Sean 'Diddy' Denied Bail In Racketeering, Sex Trafficking Charges Despite Offering $50 Million

Sean Love Combs aka Diddy is one of the most influential hip-hop artists in the United States and has been credited for launching the careers of the Notorious BIG, Mary J Blige and Usher. The rapper is currently facing serious accusations in ‘racketeering conspiracy’ and ‘sex trafficking’ indictment. He is accused of leading a criminal operation that coerced women into ‘drug-fueled sex shows’ over ten years. Following this, the Come With Me rapper was arrested on September 16, and despite offering a $50 million bail package in federal court, it was denied.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs offers $50 Million bail package

According to court documents accessed by Page Six, Diddy has offered his $48 million mansion on Miami's Star Island as the primary collateral for his bail and his mother's $2 million Miami home. He has also agreed to conditions such as restricted travel and wearing a GPS monitor to allow authorities to track his movements. 

However, US Attorney Damian Williams has rejected his release, citing concerns that Diddy is a 'flight risk' and a 'danger to society,' referencing his alleged history of 'violent behaviour' as a reason for keeping him in custody.

Diddy was arrested following a federal indictment

On November 16, 2023, three times grammy award winner Diddy faced intense scrutiny when his ex-girlfriend Cassie filed a federal lawsuit accusing him of rape and a decade of abuse, starting when she was 19. Cassie, who had been signed to Diddy's label, claimed he controlled various aspects of her life, including her apartment, clothing, medical records, and car.

The lawsuit also accused Diddy of targeting rapper Kid Cudi, who briefly dated Cassie during a difficult time in her relationship with him. A day after the lawsuit was filed, Cassie and Diddy reached an out-of-court settlement, though the allegations remained. On 17 May 2024, a media house obtained surveillance footage showing Diddy assaulting Cassie at a hotel in 2016. Two days later, Diddy apologised on Instagram, expressing regret for the incident.

The Bad Boy Records CEO was arrested on 16 September 2024 at the Park Hyatt hotel in New York City, charged with ‘racketeering conspiracy,’ ‘sex trafficking,’ and ‘transporting individuals for prostitution.’ He has pleaded not guilty to all charges. If convicted of the charge, Sean 'Diddy' Combs could face a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years, with the possibility of life imprisonment, as per reports.