Diddy Trial Jury Faces Internal Conflict Over Instruction Compliance

Jury deliberations in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial encountered early difficulties when Juror No. 25 was flagged for not following the judge's instructions, leading to concerns about jury cohesion. Judge Arun Subramanian urged the jury to continue deliberating despite the issue, praising both prosecution and defense for their conduct during the complex, high-profile trial. Juror No. 25, a 51-year-old white male with a Ph.D. in molecular biology, became a focal point as speculation arose that he might be leaning toward a not guilty verdict, possibly clashing with other jurors. Although initially the juror was not replaced, later developments included the substitution of Juror No. 6 due to residency discrepancies, reflecting ongoing jury challenges. The trial has featured extensive witness testimonies, graphic evidence, and has garnered significant media attention, with Combs held in detention since his 2024 arrest and expressing appreciation for the judge’s management of the case. The jury ultimately selected Juror No. 5 as foreperson to deliver the verdict, with the trial nearing its conclusion amid intense public scrutiny.