Diddy Acquitted on Major Charges, Bail Denied

Sean 'Diddy' Combs was acquitted of major federal charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking, but convicted on two counts of transportation for prostitution involving his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and another woman. Despite his defense offering a $1 million bond and other bail conditions, the judge denied Combs' release, citing concerns over potential witness tampering, community risk, and his history of violence. Combs remains detained at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center pending sentencing, now scheduled for October 3. He faces up to 10 years in prison, though legal experts suggest his sentence may be reduced as a first-time offender. The month-long trial featured testimony from 34 witnesses and allegations that Combs used his business network to facilitate criminal acts. Outside the courthouse, public demonstrations reflected divided opinion about the high-profile verdict.