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Witnesses Detail Years of Abuse as Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Federal Trial Advances

Testimonies from Cassie Ventura, Dawn Richard, and others describe alleged violence, coercion, and threats during Combs' ongoing racketeering and sex trafficking case.

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Charlie Liucci, Justin Combs and Misa Hylton arrive for Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial on May 12, 2025.
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Overview

  • Cassie Ventura testified that Sean 'Diddy' Combs physically and sexually abused her during their 11-year relationship, including an alleged rape in 2018.
  • Former Danity Kane member Dawn Richard recounted witnessing multiple instances of abuse, including Combs threatening to kill her if she spoke out.
  • Cassie's former friend Kerry Morgan testified about being assaulted by Combs with a wooden hanger in 2018 and signing a $30,000 NDA afterward.
  • David James, Combs' former assistant, described how Combs controlled Cassie's career, housing, and finances, leaving her unable to leave the relationship.
  • Combs, who has pleaded not guilty to all charges, remains detained after four denied bail requests, with the trial expected to continue for several weeks.