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Sean “Diddy” Combs‘ the investigation continues to open after the arrest on September 16 in New York.
The 54-year-old’s arrest follows an investigation in which law enforcement interviewed three women and one man in New York City on “allegations of sex trafficking, sexual assault, and the solicitation and distribution of illegal narcotics and firearms,” according to NBC.
Attorneys for Combs released a statement after the home invasion in March, calling the ordeal an “excessive use of military-grade force.”
“This unprecedented ambush-paired with an advanced, coordinated media presence-leads to a premature rush to the judgment of Mr. Combs and is nothing more than a witch hunt based on meritless accusations made in a civil lawsuit,” prosecutor Aaron Dyer stated, according to. some outlets. “There is no finding of criminal or civil liability with these allegations. Mr. Combs is innocent and will continue to fight every day to clear his name.”
Combs is currently being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn while awaiting trial. A trial date has not been set, but a status hearing is scheduled for Oct. 9.
Here’s everything you need to know about what was found at Diddy’s home during the raid.
What Did Federal Agents Find In Diddy’s Home?
After federal law enforcement raided the rapper’s properties in Los Angeles and Miami on March 25, the items they found were disclosed, reportedly including firearms — like “three AR-15s with defaced serial numbers, as well as drum magazines,” the indictment said. – in both locations.
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Federal agents have raided the home of Sean “Diddy” Combs in Los Angeles.
TMZ reports they also raided his Miami home. pic.twitter.com/w6hwKiRLwe
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“On more than one occasion, Combs himself carried or brandished a firearm to intimidate and threaten others, including victims and witnesses of abuse,” the indictment said.
according to NBC Newsreported on the day of the arrest, federal agents also found “various Freak Off supplies, including narcotics and more than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lube” during a raid on the home. At the so-called “freak off” sex parties that U.S. Attorneys allege Diddy hosted, the rapper would lure and force women to perform sexual acts with male sex workers for them to watch and record—sometimes without their knowledge.
What Does Diddy’s Lawyer Say About Baby Oil?
prosecutor Marc Agnifilo toward The New York Post on September 21, “I don’t think it’s 1,000. I think it’s a lot. I mean, there’s a Costco across the street. I think America buys a lot, as we know.
He added, “These are grown-ups doing what grown-ups do. We can’t be too self-righteous in this country to think that sex is a bad thing, because if it is, no one else will. However, in the preview clip of TMZ documentary The Downfall of Diddy: The IndictmentAgnifilo downplayed TMZSuggest that the oil is a lubricant during orgy.
“I’m not sure what baby oil has to do with anything. One bottle of baby oil goes a long way. I don’t know why you need 1,000.
In response to Agnifilo’s comments, Costco pushed back, stating that none of its US locations carry baby oil. A spokesperson for the retailer informed TMZ if the baby oil is not listed on the website, or the rival warehouse giant Sam’s Club does not carry it.
What Other Allegations Are Connected to Diddy?
The recent investigation into Diddy’s estate comes amid allegations of rape and sexual abuse by multiple women. One of them is Diddy’s ex-girlfriend Cassie Venturawho filed a lawsuit against him in November 2023, accusing him of physical and sexual abuse during their 11-year relationship.
Combs strongly denied Ventura’s claims, and they quickly came to a settlement later in the month. However, he still faces several allegations of sexual harassment.
If you or someone you know has been sexually abused, call National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). Trained staff members will provide confidential, non-judgmental support, as well as local resources to help with healing, recovery and more.
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