BREAKING: Sean “Diddy” Combs Receives Mixed Verdict in Manhattan Federal Court
NEW YORK, July 2, 2025 — In a high-profile Manhattan federal trial, music mogul and entrepreneur Sean “Diddy” Combs has been:
Acquitted of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges
Convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, under the U.S. “Mann Act”
Case Highlights
The trial, which began on May 12, featured six weeks of intense testimony from 34 witnesses, including Combs’ ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura .
Prosecutors argued he orchestrated “freak-off” parties, transported women across state lines to engage in sexual activities—including paid male escorts—and used drugs to exert control .
Defense maintained all encounters were consensual, and that domestic violence does not equate to trafficking or racketeering .
Verdict
Guilty: Two counts for transportation to engage in prostitution, each carrying a maximum sentence of up to 10 years, making a total of up to 20 years in prison .
Not Guilty: Racketeering conspiracy and both sex trafficking counts .
Aftermath
A visibly emotional Combs reacted with a celebratory fist pump in court, later stating, “I’m coming home soon,” as his family looked on .
His legal team has requested release pending sentencing on a $1 million bond, but prosecutors oppose, citing flight risk .
Sentencing has not yet been scheduled.
This verdict ends a dramatic trial that balanced graphic testimony and intense legal arguments. It avoids the harshest charges but still leaves Combs facing serious prison time.
