Federal agents executed searches at properties owned by Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in Los Angeles and Miami on Monday as part of an ongoing sex trafficking investigation, according to reports. The raids, carried out by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), are connected to a broader inquiry led by federal authorities in New York regarding allegations of sex trafficking, the Associated Press revealed.
The searches were conducted with assistance from HSI Los Angeles, HSI Miami, and local law enforcement partners. It’s reported that several phones were seized from Combs in Miami before he was set to leave for the Bahamas, indicating the seriousness of the investigation.
NBC News disclosed that federal officials in Manhattan have interviewed multiple individuals, including three women and a man, regarding the sex trafficking investigation. Allegations extend beyond trafficking to include claims of sexual assault, solicitation, and involvement in the distribution of illegal narcotics and firearms.
Representatives for Combs have yet to respond to requests for comment from NBC News. The American music mogul, aged 54, has been embroiled in multiple legal battles in recent months, including lawsuits alleging sexual assault.
In February, a music producer filed a lawsuit asserting that Combs coerced him into soliciting prostitutes and engaging in sexual activities with them. Combs’ attorney vehemently refuted these claims, stating they possess compelling evidence proving them false.
Furthermore, Combs’ former protege and girlfriend, R&B singer Cassie, filed a lawsuit in November accusing him of trafficking, rape, drug administration, and physical abuse over a decade-long period. The suit, alleging forced participation in sexual acts filmed by Combs, was swiftly settled following its filing.
In yet another lawsuit from November, Joie Dickerson-Neal accused Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 1991. However, a spokesperson for Combs dismissed these allegations as baseless, attributing them to financial motives.
Despite mounting accusations, Combs has consistently denied all claims, labeling them as “sickening” and emphasizing his commitment to fighting for his innocence and reputation.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, a prominent figure in the hip-hop industry, has faced a string of legal challenges in recent months. Despite his enduring influence and successful career, allegations of sexual misconduct continue to shadow his public image.
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