Trial Testimony: Former Assistant Describes Alleged Abuse by Combs
In a New York courtroom, a high-profile trial is underway against Sean Combs, the acclaimed hip-hop artist and entrepreneur, who is facing allegations of sexual and physical abuse. The accusations, made by a former assistant identified as Mia, have led to a series of explosive testimonies during the court proceedings.
Working for Combs between 2009 and 2017, Mia alleged that the 55-year-old rapper subjected her to sexual and physical assault on multiple occasions. She described a particularly harrowing incident where she was sleeping at Combs’ house when he climbed onto her, silencing her pleas and forcibly removing his pants. Another time, she was packing a bag when Combs began to physically abuse her.
In her testimony, Mia also detailed numerous instances of violence from Combs, claiming he frequently threw objects at her, shoved her against walls, and even forced her into a swimming pool. She described a work environment characterized by sleep deprivation and relentless demands, with Combs requiring her to fulfill numerous tasks simultaneously, from cracking his knuckles to preparing his tax returns.
In a temporary setback for the defense, Combs faces charges ranging from racketeering conspiracy to sex trafficking and organized crime. Known also by the stage names Puff Daddy and Diddy, Combs has pleaded not guilty to all charges and maintains his innocence, denying the allegations of wrongdoing. If convicted, he could receive a life sentence. The trial is expected to continue for several more weeks.
Enrichment Data: The charges against Combs stem from a federal investigation initiated in September 2024, which included raids on his properties in Los Angeles and Miami. He has been held in detention in New York since his arrest, having been denied bail while awaiting trial. Additionally, witnesses have given graphic accounts of alleged abuse and coercion, including video evidence of Combs kicking and dragging R&B singer Cassie Ventura in a Los Angeles hotel. A former male stripper also testified about being hired for sexual encounters orchestrated by Combs, while a former assistant detailed a toxic work environment characterized by fear and intimidation.
The court proceedings have seen Mia, a former employee, testify about the alleged sexual and physical assault she faced from Sean Combs, detailing instances where he subjected her to violence and coercion. Meanwhile, entertainment news outlets have reported on the broader charges against Combs, which include racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and organized crime, illegally enriching his service industry businesses.
