Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs convicted on two counts linked to prostitution, cleared of more Serious charges
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been found guilty of two federal offenses related to prostitution, dealing a major blow to his legacy.
The verdict was delivered by a federal jury in New York on Tuesday, July 2, following months of public scrutiny and courtroom drama.
The charges, stemming from Combs’ alleged transportation of women across state lines for illicit sexual activity, were brought under the Mann Act.
The jury found Combs guilty on two counts related specifically to those actions—marking a significant legal setback even as he was acquitted on more severe allegations of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.
Combs, 55, remained composed as the partial verdict was read. H
e quietly dropped to his knees in court, reportedly praying and mouthing words of gratitude to his supporters.
“I’m gonna be home soon… thank you, I love you,” he said, as supporters in the gallery responded with applause.
Despite the high-profile nature of the case, which included testimonies from multiple women, explicit videos, and disturbing accounts of “freak-offs”—the term used to describe the drug-fueled parties Combs allegedly orchestrated—the jury did not find enough evidence to convict him on organized sex trafficking or racketeering.
Key prosecution witnesses included singer Cassie Ventura, who had previously settled a civil lawsuit against Combs, and another woman referred to only as “Jane.”
Both claimed they were coerced into participating in degrading acts and emotionally manipulated under Combs’ control.
According to the court filings, prosecutors also presented surveillance footage and financial records to strengthen their case, painting a picture of systematic abuse masked behind a life of glitz and celebrity power.
Still, the acquittal on more serious charges offers Combs a sliver of legal relief. Had he been convicted of racketeering or trafficking, he would have faced mandatory minimum sentences potentially spanning decades.
Now facing up to 10 years per count under the Mann Act, Combs’ legal team is pushing for bail ahead of sentencing.
