Diddy Convicted on Prostitution Charges, Ex-Chef Fears Retaliation

Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, was acquitted of the more serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering but was convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Following the verdict, his former personal chef, Jourdan Atkinson, who alleges she was both abused by Combs and witnessed his abuse of ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, expressed fear for her safety and called for Combs to be denied bail. Atkinson claims she experienced witness tampering and trauma related to the case and was removed from the witness list after confronting prosecutors. Both Atkinson and Ventura's attorney submitted letters to the judge opposing Combs' release, citing concerns of potential retaliation. Judge Arun Subramanian denied Combs' bail request, citing the defense's own admissions, and Combs will remain incarcerated until sentencing. Atkinson and others warn that the case's handling has put witnesses and victims at risk, with Atkinson describing the situation as a miscarriage of justice and a threat to their safety.