Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested Monday at the Park Hyatt hotel in New York City, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Federal agents detained Combs based on a sealed indictment filed by the Southern District of New York, which is expected to be unsealed soon. The specific charges remain unclear.
Combs has recently faced a series of lawsuits alleging sexual assault and misconduct. In November, former girlfriend Cassie Ventura sued him, accusing him of years of abuse. They settled the lawsuit a day later without disclosing the terms. Combs denied the allegations, calling them attempts for a “quick payday.” However, in May, a leaked video showed him physically assaulting Ventura in 2016, for which he later apologized.
Last week, Dawn Richard, a former member of the group Danity Kane, also sued Combs, alleging groping and threats during her employment from 2005 to 2012. Richard claimed to have witnessed Combs’ violent behavior toward Ventura. Ventura’s lawsuit included claims of sex trafficking, abuse, and rape. Richard alleged Combs hosted “drug-fueled parties” where guests, including underage girls, were exploited.
Combs’ attorney stated he was “shocked and disappointed” by the latest lawsuit. Further details on the indictment are expected soon.
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