Sean "Diddy" Combs, currently facing federal charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, has filed another appeal in his third attempt to secure bail after being denied twice. Combs, 54, has been detained at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn since his arrest on September 16, where he has reportedly been placed on suicide watch. Despite his high-profile legal team's efforts, U.S. District Court Judge Andrew Carter has repeatedly ruled that Diddy poses a flight risk and is a potential danger to witnesses, denying his release on a $50 million bail offer.
Court filings obtained by RadarOnline.com reveal that Diddy's lawyers filed their latest appeal on September 30 in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. While the appeal did not outline specific arguments, Diddy's defense is expected to present reasons why the court should reconsider its decision.
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In previous bail hearings, his lawyers offered a $50 million bond and proposed house arrest with GPS monitoring. However, Judge Carter rejected the terms, stating that no conditions would sufficiently ensure the safety of the community or witnesses involved in the case.
Federal prosecutors have painted a damning picture of Combs, alleging that he created a criminal enterprise through his vast business empire, engaging in crimes ranging from sex trafficking to coercion, forced labor, and even arson.
According to the 14-page indictment, Combs allegedly coerced both women and men into participating in "extended sexual performances" at his infamous "Freak Off" parties, where he reportedly used sensitive recordings as blackmail to keep victims silent. Prosecutors further argued that the music mogul's wealth, influence, and resources would enable him to flee the country if released.
Diddy's legal team, led by attorney Marc Agnifilo, has maintained his innocence, calling the prosecution "unjust" and emphasizing that Combs has been cooperative throughout the investigation. "He is an imperfect person, but he is not a criminal," Agnifilo said in a statement. "Mr. Combs voluntarily relocated to New York to face these charges. These are the acts of an innocent man with nothing to hide."
The case has continued to garner attention as it delves deeper into the alleged criminal activities surrounding Diddy's lifestyle and inner circle. A Texas law firm recently announced it is representing 50 of Diddy's alleged victims, some of whom were reportedly minors when the alleged abuse took place.
Attorney Tony Buzbee, representing the victims, described the accusations as "gut-wrenching" and "heartbreaking," with incidents of abuse allegedly occurring in private homes, hotels, and at Combs' notorious parties.
"The violations against these individuals are mind-boggling and can only be described as debauchery and depravity," Buzbee said.
Diddy's detention at the Metropolitan Detention Center has raised concerns about his safety, given the facility's reputation for violence and poor conditions. The Federal Prison Handbook's Christopher Zouks noted that high-profile inmates, particularly those viewed as controversial, may face threats from prison gangs or other inmates. One of Diddy's attorneys previously expressed alarm over the facility's suitability for pre-trial detention, stating that the conditions were "not fit."
