P. Diddy’s Lawyer Seeks to Withdraw From Federal Sex Trafficking Case

Attorney Anthony Ricco cites unspecified reasons for his exit as the music mogul’s May trial approaches.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces federal charges including racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation for prostitution, with his trial set to begin on May 5, 2025.
Prominent defense attorney Anthony Ricco filed a motion to withdraw from the case, stating he can no longer effectively represent Combs, though specific reasons remain undisclosed due to attorney-client privilege.
Combs, who has been denied bail multiple times, remains incarcerated at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center following his September 2024 arrest.
The defense team has faced internal challenges and accusations of disarray, though representatives deny these claims, asserting the remaining attorneys are fully engaged.
Combs continues to deny all allegations against him, while simultaneously fighting numerous civil lawsuits and a $100 million defamation suit against NBCUniversal over a documentary about his alleged misconduct.