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Sean 'Diddy' Combs Trial Faces Delays Amid Missing Witness and Jury Concerns

Final jury selection has been postponed to prevent juror withdrawals, while prosecutors struggle to secure testimony from a key accuser.

Sean "Diddy" Combs sits with members of his defense team for a conference ahead of his trial on sex-trafficking charges, in New York, U.S., April 18, 2025, in this courtroom sketch. REUTERS/Jane Rosenberg/File Photo
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Overview

  • Final jury selection for Sean 'Diddy' Combs' federal trial has been delayed until May 12 to address concerns about jurors reconsidering their participation.
  • Prosecutors revealed they have lost contact with one of four key witnesses, identified as Victim-3, and are uncertain if she will testify.
  • Cassie Ventura, Combs' former partner and a central witness, is expected to testify about allegations of rape, physical violence, and sex trafficking during their relationship.
  • Combs, who has pleaded not guilty, remains detained without bail and faces charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation for prostitution spanning two decades.
  • Opening statements are scheduled to begin on May 12, with the trial expected to last at least eight weeks and include testimony from multiple accusers.