Diddy Acquitted Sex Trafficking, Faces Prostitution Sentence Brooklyn Jail

Sean “Diddy” Combs received a standing ovation from fellow inmates upon returning to jail after being acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges, a moment his attorney described as profoundly inspiring for Black incarcerated men who rarely see anyone beat the government. Despite the acquittals, Combs remains in a Brooklyn federal detention center, facing possible additional prison time for prostitution-related convictions, with nearly 10 months already served credited toward his sentence. His legal team, led by Marc Agnifilo, employed a candid trial strategy that portrayed Combs as a flawed individual involved in the swinger lifestyle and domestic abuse, but not a sex trafficker, which resonated with the jury. The defense's approach included Combs actively assisting his lawyers during the two-month trial, helping dismantle the prosecution's case. The case followed raids on Combs’ Los Angeles and Miami homes in March 2024 and reflected a rare legal victory against serious government charges. Combs’ lawyer framed the public courtroom win as a symbolic and powerful statement for those incarcerated, highlighting the rarity and significance of such a legal triumph.