Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Makes Third Bid For Bail In Sex Trafficking Case; Strengthens Legal Team With New Attorneys

As a long-time fan of Diddy’s music and entrepreneurial spirit, it’s heartbreaking to see him in this predicament. I’ve followed his career since the Bad Boy days, and he’s always been a beacon of resilience and perseverance. However, these allegations are shocking and deeply troubling, regardless of one’s personal feelings towards him.


According to court documents acquired by People on Monday, September 30, it appears that Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs‘ legal representative intends to submit a new appeal for his release from prison within the next two weeks following his arrest.

Yesterday, Alexandra Shapiro – a member of the legal team for the imprisoned music magnate – submitted an intention to file an appeal on behalf of her client, aiming for his release. The formal appeal document will be presented shortly, according to a source familiar with Combs, as reported by the mentioned publication.

The source mentioned that Combs is assembling an exceptional “dream legal team” by recruiting trial attorney Anthony Ricco and appellate attorney Shapiro.

On Monday, September 16, at 8:25 p.m., Diddy was taken into custody at a hotel in Manhattan. The details of his arrest were made public the following day with the unveiling of a 14-page indictment, which contained startling accusations.

The disgraced Bad Boy Records founder is accused of orchestrating and recording elaborate adult performances featuring male sex workers and female victims. According to the indictment, coercion, force, or drugs were used to secure the women’s compliance in participating. The feds are describing the acts as “freak-offs” in the indictment papers. Combs is currently behind bars at Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center.

Initially, Judge Robyn F. Tarnofsky refused Diddy’s bail plea on September 17, according to People, due to his struggles with substance abuse and anger problems. She stated, “I have doubts that you can rely on yourself not to harm others,” during her decision-making process.

On September 18th, Judge Andrew L. Carter approved Judge Tarnofsky’s ruling, concluding that Diddy might pose a threat if freed. Judge Carter rejected the defense’s suggestion for Diddy to serve home confinement under GPS monitoring in his Florida residence with visitor limitations. The judge considered this plan, backed by a $50 million bail bond, “inadequate” to guarantee public safety or the validity of the case.

Currently, Combs, who denies the accusations brought against him, has been taken off precautionary suicide monitoring while serving time in jail, as reported by sources close to People. Additionally, it’s been mentioned that one source shared with the publication that he received a visit from his family within the prison.

The attorney representing Combs stated that he is extremely determined and robust. He’s entirely absorbed in building his defense and readying himself for the court proceedings ahead.

Combs’ next court appearance is on October 9.

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2024-10-01 06:22