Diddy Denied Bond by Second Judge, Held at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center

Diddy's legal team is asking for his release. In a court-submitted letter, Diddy's team pens, "This letter will walk the Court through a series of actions taken by Mr. Combs over the past six months that prove that he is not a risk of flight or a danger to anyone in the community."

Diddy’s second attempt at securing bond was unsuccessful. At a bond hearing on Wednesday, Sept. 18, Diddy’s attorneys offered additional conditions to his bail that were rejected.

According to prosecutors, Diddy could engage in witness tampering and is believed to be a danger if freed. A different judge denied his bond than his initial hearing.

According to PEOPLE, Diddy is being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, which his legal team states are “horrific” conditions and “not fit for pre-trial detention.”

Diddy added to his bail package by giving up access to the Internet along with keeping women entirely away.

A day before, Diddy pleaded not guilty to federal charges but will be held without bond.

Accoridng to Inner City Press, the embattled Bad Boy mogul sat at the defense table in a black shirt with two US Marshals standing behind him.

Diddy’s alleged crimes carry a maximum sentence of life in prison or death, as explained by Assistant US Attorney (AUSA) Emily Johnson. He was considered a flight risk due to his alleged abusive nature to his victims over the years.

The AUSA detailed Diddy set up “freak-offs,” supplying female victims with narcotics in order to continue the events for multiple days. Diddy was also accused of arson and kidnapping, while stating he surrounded himself with firearms, three of which, AR-15s with scrubbed serial numbers, were seized in law enfrocement operations.

Diddy’s incidents at the Intercontinental Hotel in Los Angeles and the recent lawsuit from Dawn Richard were referenced during the arraignment. Also, the AUSA noted Diddy had narcotics described as “pink powder” in his hotel during the arrest.

In response, Diddy’s attorney, Marc Agnifilo, stated Diddy is “not a perfect person” and detailed the “toxic relationships” as “mutual.”

Diddy’s legal team asked for his release. In a court-submitted letter, Diddy’s team penned, “This letter will walk the Court through a series of actions taken by Mr. Combs over the past six months that prove that he is not a risk of flight or a danger to anyone in the community.”

Diddy and his team offered a bail package of $50 million. The document highlights that Diddy paid off the remaining $18 million of his Star Island Miami home to use it as collateral for bail conditions.

The full indictment against Sean “Diddy” Combs has been made available online, shedding light on the extensive allegations against him following the March 2024 raids of his Miami and Los Angeles homes. According to the indictment, law enforcement officials seized “various Freak Off supplies,” including narcotics and over 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricant.

The indictment describes the “Freak Off” events as “elaborate and produced sex performances” that Combs orchestrated, directed, and participated in, often recording these activities electronically. It also notes that Diddy had IV fluids on hand for recovery from drug use.

Diddy faces serious drug charges, including intent to distribute cocaine, oxycodone, Xanax, CHB, MDMA, and ketamine. Additionally, authorities found three AR-15 rifles with scrubbed serial numbers and a drum magazine in his possession.

The indictment spans from 2008 to the present and includes allegations against Combs’ business associates for illegal activities such as sex trafficking, forced labor, interstate transportation for prostitution, coercion, and other offenses. The document suggests that Combs’ company, initially established for media and entertainment, also facilitated his sexual gratification.

Diddy remains in custody and is scheduled to have his charges read in court on Tuesday. His lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, has vowed to “fight like hell” to secure bail for the music mogul.

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Diddy’s Ex Bodyguard Alleges Russell Simmons Influenced Diddy’s Lifestyle

Diddy does not have a lot of people in his corner right now. It seems everybody who dealt with the Bad Boy mogul is either happy or unsurprised to see him go down. Diddy’s former bodyguard, Gene Deal, is no exception. Deal recently sat down for an interview with The Art of Dialogue. He not only claimed that Diddy belonged behind bars, but went on to allege that the mogul learned his excessive behavior from the moguls that came before. Namely, Def Jam co-founder Russell Simmons and Uptown Records CEO Andre Harrell.

Gene Deal started his tirade off by laying the blame squarely at Diddy’s feet. He doesn’t hold anybody else accountable for Diddy’s bad behavior other than the man himself. He did, however, point to the men who mentored Diddy during the early period of his career. Deal cited three luminaries within the industry in particular. “You gotta realize, he learned from Andre Harrell,” the ex-bodyguard alleged. “He learned from Russell Simmons. He learned from Clive Davis.” Diddy worked under Harrell when he was an intern at Uptown Records in the early 1990s. It was Russell Simmons, however, who Deal alleged was the most notable influence.

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The Bodyguard Feels Diddy Succumbed To His Influences

“When those people are telling you that they were heavy into the drugs,” Deal explained. “They was heavy into beating women, and doing things at that crazy stage. That’s gonna make him think that he can get away with the same thing.” The ex-bodyguard claimed that he saw similarly behavioral traits whenever he was at Simmons’ home. “I’m not gonna say alleged cuse I saw that for my own self,” he asserted. “It can make this man into a monster and that’s what it did.”

Russell Simmons, like Diddy, has experienced a fall from grace in recent years. The hip hop legend was accused of sexual assault by multiple women in 2017. Simmons vehemently denied these allegations in a 2018 statement issued to Rolling Stone. “They have shocked me to my core as I have never been abusive or violent in any way in my relations with women,” he wrote. Despite his denial, more women accused him of assault and/or rape. Simmons stepped down from his duties at Def Jam. Interestingly enough, Russell Simmons was one of the few people who defended Diddy when the mogul’s dark past was coming to light.

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Federal Officer Alleges That Diddy Is Just “As Bad As” Jeffrey Epstein

More details about Diddy’s operation are being revealed seemingly every day. The disgraced mogul has been denied bail twice, and is awaiting trail on a host of charges. Some of the most notable include sex trafficking, racketeering, and kidnapping. The full scope of Diddy’s crimes has yet to be uncovered. That said, an officer who participated in the raid on his home recently spoke with the New York Post. The officer is not named, but his allegations regarding what he saw are absolutely chilling to sift through.

The officer, who is part of Homeland Security, alleged that Diddy’s “freak off” parties would often go on for multiple days. They also claimed to have discovered multiple camera located around Diddy’s home. They were seemingly placed to capture the various participants of the “freak offs” in different positions. “If you were in those sex parties, you were being recorded from every possible angle,” the officer noted. “Including angles you wouldn’t have known about.” The more the officer shared, the more disturbing the allegations grew. They drew a direct parallel between Diddy’s alleged crimes and the innumerable crimes of sex offender and trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.

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Diddy’s “Freak Off” Parties Would Allegedly Last For Days

“In my opinion, he’s as bad as Jeffrey Epstein,” the officer told the New York Post. The biggest reason why the Homeland Security officer made the comparison was due to the youthful appearances of the women who participated in the “freak offs.” They alleged that many of these women were also being forced to commit sexual acts against their will. “These women are young. Either barely legal, or barely illegal,” the officer claimed. “We have evidence that these women didn’t feel like they were free to go.” The article makes reference to video footage of these women being “clearly out it” while having sex.

The Homeland Security officer also alleged that Diddy would watch these “freak offs” from other rooms in his home. “He also was able to watch the action remotely on his phone,” they explained. “Cast it onto a TV in another part of the house. He didn’t have to be in the room when the sex was happening, although he frequently was.” The DHS officer alluded to the possibility that Diddy would record these events as a means of having dirt on other powerful figures in the entertainment industry. The New York Post claims to have reached out to Diddy’s reps to comment on these allegations, but they have not responded.

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Diddy’s Sons Leave Courthouse After Mogul’s Denied Bond Appeal: Watch

Diddy is persona non grata in 2024. The Bad Boy founder is the most reviled figure in hip hop. Based on the horrifying list of charges and allegations made against him, the revulsion makes sense. His family has continued to show support, however. Diddy’s sons: Justin Combs, Christian Combs, and Quincy Brown, have been present in court each day since the mogul was arrested. They wanted to see their father get his bond appealed, but unfortunately for them, the opposite occurred on September 18. Diddy’s appeal was denied a second time, and the Combs family was forced to leave their father behind as they left the courthouse.

Justin Combs, Christian Combs, and Quincy Brown were filmed leaving the courthouse following the bond ruling. The three men avoided speaking to press, and were escorted out of the courthouse by the nearby security. Christian Combs and Quincy Brown were also seen entering the courthouse prior to the September 17 arraignment. The former may have been a bystander in court this week, but he is dealing with legal troubles of his own. Christian Combs was accused of sexual assault, sexual harassment and infliction of emotional distress in April.

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Diddy’s Son Christian Has Also Been Accused Of Assault

The woman who filed the lawsuit, Grace O’Marcaigh, alleged that Christian Combs assaulted her in December 2022. Diddy was named as a defendant in the lawsuit, which was openly criticized by Diddy attorney Aaron Dyer. The attorney called the accusations against Christian Combs “lewd and meritless” and criticized Grace O’Marcaigh’s lawyer, Tyrone Blackburn, of manufacturing “lies” to exploit Diddy’s family. Christian Combs has reportedly taken the most active role in Diddy’s indictment.

People Magazine reported that Combs, nicknamed “King,” requested a copy of the indictment during the September 17 arraignment. Witnesses claim they saw him reading the 14-page indictment against Diddy. The charges listed include sex trafficking, fraud or coercion and transportation to engage in prostitution, and racketeering. Justin Combs has remained silent on the charges made against his father. He did book a role in Power Book: Ghost II, however, which is a show run by 50 Cent. 50, notably, has become one of Diddy’s most vocal critics in the past year.

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U.S. Attorney Alleges Sex Worker Was Present During Diddy And Cassie’s Hotel Fight

Diddy was already losing credibility as a positive cultural force when the footage of him assaulting Cassie leaked online. It was harrowing to watch, and validated all of the heinous claims made against him in the preceding months. Diddy’s reputation has never fully recovered. Given that the mogul is now locked up and facing a possible life sentence in prison, it’s safe to assume it never will. That said, the incident with Diddy and Cassie has continued to be a talking point. The Assistant U.S. Attorney prosecuting the case, Emily Johnson, alleged that there was actually a third person present when the assault happened.

This allegation came to light on September 18. Diddy’s attorney, Marc Agnifilo, previously alleged that Cassie was the one who started the altercation by hitting Diddy in the head with a cell phone. Agnifilo also claimed that Cassie’s infidelity is what sparked the preceding argument. The AUSA, or Assistant U.S. Attorney, pushed back against these comments in court. Johnson alleged that Cassie did not hit Diddy. She supported this stance by alleging that a sex worker was in the room with them at the time. The Neighborhood Talk provides additional details below.

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Diddy Allegedly Had A ‘Freak Off’ Prior To Assaulting Cassie

Johnson pointed to other small details in the security footage as a means of defending Cassie’s stance in the altercation. The Assistant U.S. Attorney noted that the singer wasn’t wearing shoes, which suggested she feared for her safety. She also alleged that Diddy, Cassie, and the unnamed sex worker had finished a “freak off” prior to the hallway assault, hence Diddy wearing only a towel. Johnson also read messages that the mogul sent to Cassie after the assault. “Call me, the cops are here,” Diddy allegedly texted. “I got six kids. Yo, please call, I am surrounded. You gonna abandon me all alone.”

The Bad Boy mogul was denied bail on Tuesday, September 17. Emily Johnson successfully lobbied to keep him behind bars before the trial. She cited Diddy as a “serial abuser and a serial obstructor,” and feared that he would attempt to flee the country if allowed to return home. She also directly opposed comments made by Diddy’s lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, about the trial focusing on one victim. “This is not a case about one victim,” she noted. “There are multiple victims.”

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Trick Daddy Threatens To Slap Next Person Who Asks Him About Diddy’s Parties

Trick Daddy and Diddy have some similarities. Both rose to fame in the 1990s. Both became staples of their respective region’s hip hop scene, and both had the name “Daddy” in their name while doing so. Trick Daddy wants to make it clear that is where the similarities stop, though. The iconic Florida emcee took to social media on September 18 to set the record straight. He made it clear that he did not have a close relationship with Diddy, and went as far as threaten the next person who asks about the arrested mogul.

Trick Daddy must have been getting bombarded with questions about Diddy. He felt the need to get on Instagram Live two days after the mogul was arrested. The rapper did not mince words, either. “The next person that asks me if I been to one of them parties, I’mma slap the sh*t out you,” he stated. “They don’t like my kind at them parties.” He then broadened the conversation to discuss who have and haven’t been to Diddy’s so-called “Freak Offs.” Trick Daddy then went in an unexpected direction and addressed those who have been. He urged the guilty parties not to end their lives, but to face up to the consequences of their actions.

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“This is not the time to go off killing yourself,” Trick Daddy said. “Drinking no bleach, eating no poison… you know what you did, go ahead and face the consequences.” The rapper believes that the people who participated in Diddy’s “Freak Offs” are going to get exposed. The only thing they can do is take it on the chin. It’s an extremely grim topic to discuss, and Trick Daddy discussed it with appropriate amount of graveness. The thing the rapper couldn’t wrap his head around, though, was the fact that Diddy had 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lube in his home.

Trick Daddy closed out his Instagram Live by sticking up for the hip hop genre. He asserted that the Diddy situation has nothing to do with the culture as a whole. “This has got something to do with them freaky a*s n**gas,” he stated. “Can’t charge the whole hip hop community with this one.” This is not the first time Trick Daddy has alluded to Diddy’s behind-the-scenes behavior. During a 2023 interview with Natalie Nunn, the rapper made a crack about Diddy being surrounded by “gay men.”

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Diddy Was Denied Bail A Second Time By A Different Judge Over Concerns Of Witness Tampering

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Sean “Diddy” Combs, aka Puff Daddy, aka P. Diddy, aka Puffy, aka Love, has again been denied bail, this time by a different judge, over concerns of potential witness tampering. According to multiple sources, including the Twitter accounts of TMZ and Huffington Post editor Phil Lewis, Diddy’s second request for bail was shot down by a second judge, Andrew L. Carter, despite a bid by his attorney Marc Agnifilo to appeal yesterday’s decision by Judge Tarnofsky to deny bail based on flight risk.

According to @innercitypress, the Twitter account of independent reporter Matthew Lee, who previously covered the trial of Tekashi 69, Agnifilo offered the services of a private security firm to monitor Combs’ whereabouts, bar Combs from access to the internet or a mobile device, and control visitor logs, but Carter was unconvinced — especially as the state presented evidence he had contacted witnesses even while under investigation by federal authorities. Agnifilo also tried to explain away the 2016 video of Diddy beating Cassie in a hotel hallway as the result of anger from supposed infidelity on her part rather than part of a pattern of behavior. Needless to say, it didn’t help his case.

Diddy is charged with racketeering and sexual trafficking across state lines, so more defendants and more charges can likely be expected.

Diddy Indicted on Sex Trafficking & Racketeering Charges: Key Takeaways From His Indictment

Diddy is facing a wide-reaching federal indictment that details an array of disturbing allegations. The indictment, filed in the Southern District of New York, accuses Combs of orchestrating and participating in a criminal enterprise that engaged in racketeering, sex trafficking, kidnapping, and various other illegal activities over a period stretching from 2008 to 2024, per NBC. Combs is accused of using his influence and resources to exploit vulnerable individuals. Prosecutors believe that he used a combination of violence, manipulation, and coercion to achieve his aims. He has been charged with sex trafficking by force, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

According to an unsealed federal indictment, the mogul allegedly orchestrated a complex system of abuse, forcing women into drug-fueled sexual performances, often for days on end. Prosecutors claim he employed intimidation tactics, bribery, and violence to maintain control over his victims and obstruct justice. Here are the most significant details emerging from the indictment.

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Combs Alleged To Have Orchestrated Disturbing Days-Long “Freak Offs”

According to federal prosecutors, Combs regularly forced women into disturbing sex acts known as “Freak Offs.” These acts, which often lasted for days, were reportedly fueled by a cocktail of drugs, including ketamine, ecstasy, and GHB. Victims were allegedly drugged to keep them compliant, and Combs reportedly recorded many of these encounters for his own viewing. Damian Williams, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, explained, “Combs used force to cause victims to engage in extended sex acts with male commercial sex workers,” emphasizing that these so-called ‘Freak Offs’ were a central part of the indictment.

The indictment claims that the victims often needed IV fluids to recover from extreme physical exertion and drug use. When federal authorities raided Combs’ homes in Miami and Los Angeles, they seized various supplies reportedly used in these sessions, including over 1,000 bottles of baby oil and other lubricants.

Feds: Coercion & Threats Were A Method of Control

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NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 20: Sean “Diddy” Combs attends TimesTalks Presents: An Evening with Sean “Diddy” Combs at The New School on September 20, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

The indictment paints a chilling picture of Combs’ alleged control over his victims. Prosecutors accuse the mogul of using sensitive recordings of the “Freak Offs” as blackmail to ensure his victims’ continued silence and obedience. This manipulation extended beyond the recordings. According to court documents, Combs wielded his power and influence to coerce women into his orbit under false pretenses of romantic relationships or career opportunities. Prosecutors assert that those who resisted would face threats to their livelihood or be subjected to physical abuse. Staff members within Combs’ inner circle reportedly helped facilitate and conceal the abuse, from securing hotel rooms to cleaning up after the violent encounters. One particularly graphic allegation involves Combs throwing a vase at a woman as she tried to leave a room, later dragging her by her hair. 

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Alleged Assault On Cassie Caught On Video

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NEW YORK, NY – JANUARY 27: Cassie (L) and recording artist Sean “Diddy” Combs attend the Clive Davis and Recording Academy Pre-GRAMMY Gala and GRAMMY Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Jay-Z on January 27, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

A notable incident from the indictment involves Combs’ former girlfriend, singer Cassie. Prosecutors allege that an assault on her was captured on video. While details of this particular incident remain limited, it has further intensified the public scrutiny surrounding Combs. Cassie, who dated Combs for over a decade, previously settled a lawsuit with the mogul, alleging abuse throughout their relationship. The video is reportedly critical evidence in the government’s case.

Molotov Cocktail Attack Adds To The Charges

In a startling twist, Diddy is also accused of orchestrating an arson attack as part of the racketeering conspiracy. Prosecutors allege that on December 22, 2011, Diddy and a co-conspirator kidnapped an individual and, two weeks later, set fire to their vehicle using a Molotov cocktail. The fire, which was determined to be deliberately set, involved slicing open the car’s convertible top and tossing the explosive device inside.

“Approximately two weeks later, the defendant’s co-conspirators set fire to Individual-1’s vehicle by slicing open the car’s convertible top and dropping a Molotov cocktail inside the interior,” prosecutors said, per NBC. “Police and fire department reports extensively document the arson and conclude that the fire was intentionally set. Multiple witnesses would also testify to the defendant bragging about his role in destroying Individual-1’s car.”

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Guns Seized During Raids At Diddy’s Homes

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LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 25: In an aerial view, the home of Sean “Diddy” Combs is seen during a raid by federal law enforcement agents on March 25, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by MEGA/GC Images)

Federal agents seized several high-capacity firearms from Combs’ Miami residence, including AR-15 rifles with defaced serial numbers. Moreover, these weapons were reportedly found in his bedroom closet, broken down into parts along with loaded ammunition. Prosecutors allege that Combs used these firearms to intimidate both victims and witnesses, ensuring their silence or cooperation with his demands. 

Assaults Allegedly Date Back Over A Decade

The indictment stretches back to 2008, with allegations of verbal, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse spanning decades. Combs is accused of systematically targeting women, subjecting them to violent assaults that would take days or even weeks to heal. Prosecutors describe a pattern of behavior where Combs not only exploited women for sex but also physically attacked them if they resisted his demands. Additionally, reports describe him dragging women by their hair and threatening them with guns if they tried to leave.

Combs’ Legal Team Denies Allegations, Fights for His Release

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 17: Lawyer for Sean Combs, Marc Agnifilo, speaks to members of the media outside U.S. District Court on September 17, 2024 in New York City. Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested in Manhattan on September 16 in a sex trafficking probe following a federal indictment. (Photo by James Devaney/GC Images)

Despite the overwhelming evidence presented, Combs has pleaded not guilty to the charges. His attorney, Marc Agnifilo, insists that Combs is innocent and vows to fight the allegations in court. “His spirits are good. He’s confident,” Agnifilo told reporters, explaining that Combs came to New York City voluntarily to engage with the legal process.

Agnifilo acknowledged that Combs has had his share of personal issues, including drug use and tumultuous relationships. However, he maintained that these challenges are unrelated to the criminal allegations. Furthermore, he emphasized that Combs is currently receiving treatment and therapy for personal matters.

The Investigation Is Far From Over

While the current charges are severe, authorities believe that more allegations may come to light as their investigation continues. U.S. Attorney Damian Williams stressed that the investigation into Combs’ activities is “far from over,” revealing that more than 50 witnesses and victims have already come forward, a number that could rise as the case progresses.

Diddy’s Bail Hearing

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – AUGUST 26: Sean “Diddy” Combs attends Day 1 of 2023 Invest Fest at Georgia World Congress Center on August 26, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Following his arraignment, U.S. Magistrate Judge Robyn Tarnofsky denied Combs bail, expressing concerns over his substance abuse issues and alleged anger management problems. The presence of weapons during the raid, coupled with the alleged criminal activity he’s accused of participating in, contributed to the government’s push to deny Combs bail. As a result, the music mogul remains in custody at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center. He’s reportedly held in isolation within the Special Housing Unit.

Combs’ Proposed $50 Million Bail Package

In response to his continued detention, Combs’ legal team submitted a revised bail proposal of $50 million, according to TMZ. The bond is set to be secured by the equity from Combs’ Miami mansion, which he recently paid off, along with his mother’s home. The updated package includes several strict conditions. This includes house arrest with GPS monitoring, restricted travel between New York and Florida, weekly drug testing, and limits on female visitors to his home. Additionally, his lawyers argue that these measures would mitigate any risk to the community and ensure his return to court. However, according to the late report from TMZ, U.S. District Judge Andrew Carter denied his request for bail because “the government has proven the defendant is a danger. The bail package is insufficient even on risk of flight.”

What’s Next For Diddy?

If convicted, Sean “Diddy” Combs faces 15 years to life in prison. The charges against him represent one of the most high-profile cases in recent memory involving a music industry giant. Thus far, he’s maintained his innocence while his attorney expresses confidence in proving that he’s not guilty. However, a case of this magnitude will certainly lead to a lengthy legal battle. It remains unseen how this will play out. We will keep you posted on anymore updates regarding Diddy’s case.

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Diddy Earns Minor Legal Victory After Judge Dismisses $100 Million Judgement From Michigan Inmate

Diddy may be in federal custody right now, but at least he’s not going to have to fork out $100 million. According to a recent report from TMZ, Judge Anna Marie Anzalone is tossing out the sexual assault lawsuit from current Michigan inmate Derrick Lee Cardello-Smith. The reason being is because Mr. Cardello-Smith “failed to prove he effectively served the lawsuit in accordance with Michigan law”. The mogul’s attorney, David Fink, was the one who was able to orchestrate this victory.

If you remember, Mr. Cardello-Smith says he experienced a sexual assault encounter with Diddy back at a Detroit, Michigan party in 1997. The time in between the act and the filing of the lawsuit is key here for this reason too. Judge Anzalone is also removing the motion from the convicted felon that would have prohibited Diddy from selling assets to cover the costs. She’s doing this because she’s almost 100 percent certain the Bad Boy Records founder will win this case based on statute of limitations alone.

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BROOKLYN, NEW YORK – JULY 24: Sean “Diddy” Combs speaks onstage during the REVOLT Summit Kickoff Event hosted by Sean “Diddy” Combs, REVOLT, and AT&T at the Kings Theatre on July 24, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for Revolt)

Prior to this new update, Diddy was going to have to pay installments of $10 million, but that’s only because he didn’t issue a response. On September 12 was when he filed the motion that was accepted today to have it waived. Now, Diddy will most likely request to have this entire lawsuit wiped, but always stick with us no matter what the next step is.

What are your thoughts on Diddy securing a small win against the Michigan prisoner? Is this going to be the only legal issue he wins moving forward? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Diddy. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Diddy Was Denied Bail In His Sex Trafficking Case And Is Set To Remain In Jail Until His Trial

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It has been an eventful past few days for Diddy (real name Sean Combs). On Monday, September 16, he was taken into federal custody. The next day, it was revealed he was charged with “racketeering conspiracy; sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion; and transportation to engage in prostitution.” Also yesterday, Diddy was denied bail.

As Rolling Stone reports, US Magistrate Judge Robyn F. Tarnofsky denied Diddy bail, due to her “very significant concerns” over his alleged substance abuse, his “anger issues,” and his supposed attempt to influence the outcome of his prosecution. Tarnofsky noted that she considered alternatives, but said, “Your lawyer asked us to trust you — [I don’t think] you can trust yourself.” She later added, “Your lawyer can’t control you.”

One of the alternatives Tarnofsky considered was Diddy’s request to be kept in his home with electronic monitoring and a $50 million bond.

Diddy was eventually taken away by US Marshals. After that point, Marc Agnifilo, Diddy’s attorney, told reporters, “Mr. Combs is a fighter. He’s going to fight this until the end. He is innocent. We’re going to fight this case with everything we have.”

CNN notes Diddy is expected to appeal the decision today (September 18), at a court appearance in front of US District Court Judge Andrew Carter at 3:30 p.m. ET. In the meantime, Diddy is being held at the Special Housing Unit in the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.