Here are all the allegations against made Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

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Sean "Diddy" Combs, a well-known rapper and influential figure in the music industry who is recognized for his role in launching the careers of many successful artists, is currently being sued in various civil cases alleging sex trafficking, sexual misconduct, and rape.

Combs, who used to go by various names like Puff Daddy and P. Diddy, has undergone many transformations throughout his career. However, he has now entered a new phase that he does not want to be a part of.

On March 25, agents from the US Homeland Security conducted a search of two properties belonging to a rapper located in both Los Angeles and Miami. This occurred as the rapper is currently facing multiple accusations of different natures.

Combs, who is 54 years old, has staunchly refuted all claims made against him. His lawyers have labeled the legal actions and their assertions as a means to obtain money, devoid of merit or deeply disturbing.

Federal prosecutors have not brought any criminal charges or accusations against the performer.

Earlier this week, agents employed by the US Homeland Security department conducted a search at two residences belonging to a rapper.

Recently, there have been additional lawsuits filed against Combs after his previous partner, Cassie, filed a lawsuit in November. She accused him of raping her in 2018 and even physically abusing her. Combs made her carry a firearm to intentionally intimidate her and exert his power, and he even coerced her into having sexual encounters with male sex workers against her will. These new lawsuits are coming to light after months of controversy surrounding Combs and his actions.

Ms. Ventura came to an agreement with Combs just one day after she filed her lawsuit. The exact sum of money paid to her remains private.

There have been many claims made against Combs in legal cases that go back to the 1990s, which is when he started his own music label called Bad Boy Records.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs: Allegations Uncovered

Legal proceedings were initiated against the rapper on November 16, 2023, after being accused of prolonged maltreatment by Casandra Ventura, a former collaborator who has worked as a singer and dancer.

The New York Adult Survivors Act was classified before it reached its expiration date. This particular act presents a one-year opportunity for grown-up individuals who survived sexual assault to report and file their civil claims, without any consideration for the statute of limitations.

Cassie, the R&B vocalist also identified as Casandra Ventura, took legal action in 2023 by accusing Combs of trafficking, raping, and physically assaulting her on multiple occasions throughout their decade-long history.

The case she filed argued that Combs introduced her to a lifestyle that was showy, rushed, and dependent on drugs, shortly after they first met. He also signed her with his recording company when she was 19 years old and he was 37 years old, in the year 2005.

According to Ms Ventura, the maltreatment began right from the start of their love affair. When she attempted to terminate the relationship in 2018, he coerced her into her residence in Los Angeles and sexually assaulted her.

Combs' legal case was resolved swiftly, just one day after it was submitted, with a sum of money agreed upon. The exact amount remains undisclosed.

According to CNN, Ms Ventura expressed a preference of settling the matter peacefully, whereas the attorney representing Combs claimed the agreement was not a confession of any wrongdoing and did not alter his denial of the accusations.

In 2023, Cassie took legal action against Sean "Diddy" Combs, claiming that he had trafficked, sexually assaulted, and physically abused her over a decade-long period. This came after a previously publicized appearance by the two at the 2017 Met Gala.

She made allegations against Combs under the New York Adult Survivors Act (ASA), which reached the end of its validity at midnight on November 23, 2023.

The law permitted victims to file a civil lawsuit within a period of one year, regardless of when the mistreatment had happened. As a result, past events that took place several years ago were eventually revealed.

According to information sent to The Independent from court records, over 2,500 cases were submitted to the ASA before its expiration on November 23, 2023 at midnight.

People who have survived various forms of abuse filed legal actions against several influential individuals in the state. These individuals included notable figures in the entertainment industry, like Bill Cosby, Harvey Weinstein, Axl Rose, and Combs.

Becomes A Rising Star

A new lawsuit was filed against Combs on February 26, 2024 in New York. The plaintiff, producer Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones claimed that he was made to feel uncomfortable by Combs' associates, who allegedly made unwanted advances towards him under Combs' orders. Additionally, Jones disclosed that he was constrained to have sexual relations with sex workers that he had hired.

From September 2022 to November 2023, a person employed by Combs as a producer has made allegations of sexual harassment, drugging, and threats against him. These actions are said to have taken place for a period of over a year.

According to him, he possesses video and audio proof that implicates Combs, his team, and additional individuals for partaking in severe illegal actions.

The legal action claims that Combs frequently arranged gatherings known as "sex-trafficking parties" involving minors and illicit drugs. Furthermore, it suggests that executives from the record label turned a blind eye and made a financial profit by providing access to influential people such as Prince Harry from the British royal family.

There are no allegations against Prince Harry for any misdeeds or joining parties personally.

The lawyer representing Combs informed The Los Angeles Times that the legal case involves untrue and fabricated stories that have been carelessly mentioned by the plaintiff.

According to a 20-year-old resident named Ryan Mendelsohn, who used to live near the location of the Los Angeles property searched by Combs, he witnessed parties being thrown at the house with women lingering outside until the early hours of 6am, which was an unusual occurrence.

As per NBC News, he stated that he frequently passes by and observes around five to six girls outside the premises. He notices some of them exiting, some not and some entering.

Mr. Mendelsohn didn't pay much attention to it before. He recently found out that Combs resided there, after hearing about it in Monday's news. He exclaimed that it's unbelievable now.

According to the report from NBC News, Joie Dickerson-Neal claimed that Combs had drugged, sexually assaulted, and recorded her secretly without her consent during her college days in 1991. The lawsuit was filed in November 2023.

According to the BBC, she stated that Combs urged her to join him for dinner and she eventually agreed with hesitation on January 3rd, 1991. It was during this time that she asserts she was given drugs, causing her to become incapacitated and unable to stand or walk on her own.

The lawsuit further asserts that he taped the attack and presented it to others.

Afterwards, she submitted reports to the police in New York and New Jersey and spoke with prosecutors. However, her colleagues warned her that they were afraid of Combs seeking revenge against them and that they could miss out on future business and music opportunities if they publicly supported her. This information was cited from the lawsuit reported by NBC News.

Women Speak Out More Often

NBC News reported that three additional women have filed lawsuits in the Southern District of New York asserting that they were subject to sexual assault by Combs starting in November.

Two of the females claimed they were adolescents when the purported attacks occurred.

During the month of November, an unidentified person made allegations that Combs and singer-songwriter Aaron Hall sexually assaulted her and a friend back in 1990 or 1991. The two singers had met the accusers at an MCA Records event in New York, where they were behaving in a flirtatious and physical manner, and even offered them drinks, according to an article in Rolling Stone.

The lawsuit claims that Combs and Hall asked the females to join them for a party at Hall's flat afterwards. During the celebration, the complainant was compelled to have sexual activity with Combs after being given additional beverages. The occurrence left her feeling astounded and traumatised. Following this, Hall entered the room, immobilised her and forced her to have sex. Rolling Stone reported this information.

As per the lawsuit, reportedly, the complainant came to know that her friend had also been coerced into engaging in sexual activity with Combs and Hall in a different area, after she had a conversation with her friend.

According to the lawsuit, after a few days, Combs supposedly went to the plaintiff and her friend's residence enraged. He started physically attacking and suffocating Jane Doe so severely that she lost consciousness.

'Jane Doe': The Unidentified Accuser

Combs was sued again in December over allegations that he gave drugs to a 17-year-old girl and sexually assaulted her with a group of people in 2003.

Jane Doe, who is the accuser, claimed that Combs gave her drugs and alcoholic drinks in his studio located in New York, and then, with the help of two other people, sexually assaulted her.

The legal case claimed that Combs was involved in an operation that involved human trafficking for sexual exploitation. In this scheme, an individual referred to as Jane Doe was transported via a private jet from her place of residence in Michigan to New York.

Combs Reacts To Accusations

Sean Combs vehemently refutes all allegations made against him and has pledged to "defend my reputation, my loved ones, and the facts."

During the month of December, he made a statement regarding the lawsuit filed by Jane Doe, in which he described the allegations as "disgusting". He also accused his accusers of having ulterior motives, namely seeking a financial settlement.

"I want to make it perfectly clear that I am not responsible for any of the terrible accusations being made against me," he stated. "I will stand up for my reputation, my loved ones, and the facts."

The lawsuit's described events were dismissed as untrue by Combs' attorney, Shawn Holley, who referred to them as "complete fabrication."

He stated that they possess abundant and undeniable evidence proving that his statements are entirely false. He also mentioned that they will confront these extravagant accusations in a legal setting and take suitable measures against those who make them.

After reaching an agreement with Ventura, Ben Brafman, who is also a lawyer representing Combs, explained to The Independent that it is important to understand that agreeing to settle a legal case, particularly in the year 2023, does not imply guilt or any admission of wrongdoing.

Mr. Combs’ choice to resolve the lawsuit does not diminish his complete denial of the allegations.

He is pleased that they have reached an agreement that benefits both parties and hopes for the best for Ms. Ventura.