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.