Prosecutors Cast ‘Diddy’ As A Criminal Who Used Power, Violence And Fear

UNITED STATES – Closing arguments are underway in the high-profile sex trafficking trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Prosecutors presented their final case to jurors, alleging that Combs forced his former girlfriends to take part in sexual performances. In response, the defense argued that the music icon believed all sex acts were consensual.

Combs, once a billionaire and widely recognized for his role in shaping hip-hop culture in America, has pleaded not guilty to all charges, including racketeering conspiracy and two counts each of sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution.

If convicted on all counts, the Bad Boy Records founder faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years in prison and could potentially be sentenced to life behind bars.