Diddy Faces Assault Risk During 50-Month Prison Sentence, Lawyer Warns

Sean "Diddy" Combs has been sentenced to 50 months in prison for federal prostitution-related charges, a sentence which includes credit for 13 months already served. His lawyers, including Mark Geragos and Brian Steel, have expressed serious concerns about his safety in custody, citing an incident where an inmate allegedly attempted to stab him at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. Geragos highlighted that Diddy's celebrity status makes him a high-profile target for sexual and physical assaults in prison, with the risk persisting regardless of whether he is placed in minimum or low-security facilities. The defense team warns that Diddy's notoriety could make him a "trophy" for other inmates seeking recognition through violence. Despite these risks, the final decision on where Diddy will serve his sentence rests with federal prison officials, and his lawyers stress the ongoing dangers until his release. The situation underscores the challenges faced by famous individuals in the prison system, where notoriety can increase vulnerability.