New York, NY – Hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs faces new criminal charges of sex trafficking and engaging in prostitution, just weeks before his upcoming trial in New York. The fresh accusations were revealed in a Manhattan court, alleging recent criminal acts against another victim, occurring between 2021 and 2024. Combs, who has denied all allegations, was previously indicted on charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and prostitution, bringing the total federal charges against him to five.
While specific details of the new offenses have not been disclosed in court documents, prosecutors claim they stem from a grand jury investigation. The initial charges filed in 2024 linked Combs to alleged incidents from 2009 to 2018, involving a different victim. The most severe accusations against him include kidnapping, drugging, and coercing women into sexual acts, as well as allegations of hosting orgies known as “freak offs,” supported by supplies found in his Los Angeles mansion, including drugs and over 1,000 bottles of baby oil.
Sean “Diddy” Combs, known by various stage names such as Puff Daddy and P Diddy, rose to fame in the 1990s as a prominent figure in the music industry, launching the careers of artists like Mary J Blige and The Notorious B.I.G. His successful label, Bad Boy Records, introduced talents like Faith Evans, Ma$e, and Jennifer Lopez, solidifying his influence in the rap genre. Despite his previous acclaim, numerous lawsuits now accuse Combs of abusing his power to commit heinous acts, leading to his current detainment at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.
With his criminal trial set to commence on May 5th, the outcome of the proceedings remains uncertain as Combs and his legal team navigate the mounting charges against him. The latest developments only add to the complexity of the case, further entangling the once-celebrated music icon in a web of legal challenges and public scrutiny. As the rap mogul’s future hangs in the balance, the unfolding drama surrounding his legal troubles continues to captivate audiences and industry insiders alike.