Arrested and held in federal prison in New York
Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested and taken to federal prison.
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Diddy was arrested and taken to federal prison.
On Monday, September 16, TMZ released an exclusive report citing sources saying Diddy has been arrested in federal custody.
According to sources, the Department of Homeland Security has entered a downtown New York hotel where Diddy is staying. Authorities are currently searching his hotel room. Meanwhile, the 54-year-old music mogul is reportedly being held at the FBI office.
Furthermore, the news agency reported that the music mogul’s arrest was made in connection with an ongoing sex trafficking investigation. Additionally, TMZ noted that “other criminal acts” also contributed to the current development.
A grand jury heard from witnesses about Diddy’s alleged actions, according to the source. Diddy’s arrest is now believed to be his formal indictment.
Meanwhile, Marc Agnifilo, the lawyer representing the music mogul, issued a statement.
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Social media reaction
Each TMZDiddy’s arrest was reportedly scheduled for Tuesday, September 17. However, a recent development “brought the federal police in a day earlier.” Meanwhile, social media users are sharing a variety of reactions to the recent update regarding the 54-year-old.
Instagram user @papi.pharaoh wrote, “One thing I learned about the federal police is that they won’t come and arrest you unless they have enough evidence to detain you.”
While Instagram user @mannysolo added, “’“Bad Boys For LIFE” is just a different hit”
Instagram user @mashondatifrere wrote, “Everything done in the dark is brought to light. 💡”
While Instagram user @candace0183 added, “At the end of the day…every day must end 🤷🏽♀️”
Instagram user @angeltensetta wrote, “Never thought I would see Diddy’s downfall. Smh”
Here’s What Happened to Diddy Lately
EQUAL Shade room As previously reported, the music mogul made headlines in November 2023 when his ex-girlfriend, Casandra “Cassie” Ventura, accused him of sex trafficking, abuse, and assault. The couple eventually settle the case privately EQUAL Diddy denies the accusations from his ex-partner.
In the following months, the music mogul became the subject of a numerous lawsuits and allegations. Some people accused the producer and rapper gang sexual assault, while another accused him sexual assault and harassment against a former employee.
In March, Diddy’s house was raided by federal authoritiesis believed to be involved in an “ongoing investigation”.
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Then, in May, footage emerged of Diddy attacking Cassie in a California hotel hallway in March 2016. Shade roomIn the footage, Diddy can be seen running down the hallway chasing Cassie. He was also seen throwing her to the floor, kicking her, and throwing objects at her.
Later that month, Diddy posted a video apologizing to the public for his actions, each Shade roomIn the clip, the music mogul explains that he has “hit rock bottom” and that his behavior is “unforgivable.”
Furthermore, in May, initial reports emerged claiming that a grand jury had been set up to hear from alleged victims of sexual misconduct by the producer, according to Shade room.
Most recently, Diddy has sued for sexual assault by former Bad Boy artist and Diddy—Dirty Money bandmate Dawn Richard. Richard alleges that she witnessed the music mogul abusing Cassie. Additionally, Richard even claims that Diddy actively engaged in inappropriate behavior with her.
Richard has yet to speak out since news of her lawsuit broke. However, she and Diddy bandmate Kalenna Harper have shared their own take on Richard’s lawsuit. Furthermore, according to Rolling StoneThe music mogul is said to have denied the allegations listed in each case against him.
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