Indictment Details
faces three felony counts, including sex trafficking and racketeering, as detailed in a federal indictment unsealed Tuesday. The charges stem from allegations of a decades-long pattern of abuse and coercion involving multiple victims.
The indictment accuses Combs of leading a criminal enterprise that engaged in various illegal activities, including forced labor and obstruction of justice, using his business empire to facilitate these crimes.
Legal and Personal Responses
Combs, through his attorney, has pleaded not guilty to the charges, claiming innocence and expressing confidence in his eventual release. His legal team criticizes the prosecution as unjust, highlighting Combs' cooperation with the investigation.
Federal prosecutors argue for Combs' detention until trial, citing the seriousness of the charges and potential witness intimidation. They emphasize the strength of the evidence, including testimonies from over 50 victims and witnesses.