Summary
Sean "Diddy" Combs was found not guilty of racketeering and sex-trafficking charges but guilty of transporting individuals for prostitution after a federal trial in New York City. The jury, after 13 hours of deliberation, acquitted him of the most serious charges, with 34 witnesses testifying in the case, including ex-girlfriends and employees.
Key Facts
- Sean "Diddy" Combs was not guilty of racketeering and sex-trafficking charges.
- Combs was found guilty of transportation for prostitution.
- The trial lasted nearly two months in New York City.
- A jury of 12 deliberated for 13 hours.
- Prosecutors accused Combs of using his fame to commit crimes.
- Cassie Ventura, an ex-girlfriend, was a key witness and alleged forced involvement in "freak offs."
- "Jane," another ex-girlfriend, gave testimony about "hotel nights" and receiving financial support from Combs.
- Combs' defense argued that the encounters were consensual.
