Diddy Trial: Witnesses Allege Threats, Violence, Abuse

Testimony in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' federal trial has included allegations from former assistant Capricorn Clark that Combs threatened to kill rapper Kid Cudi after discovering Cudi's relationship with Cassie Ventura, with Clark stating Combs arrived at her home with a gun and forced her to accompany him to Cudi's residence. Clark also alleged she was kidnapped and threatened on other occasions by Combs. Kid Cudi corroborated some of Clark's account, testifying he was warned about Combs and later had his Porsche set on fire, which he believes was orchestrated by Combs, though the defense has sought to strike this as speculation. Clark and other witnesses described a climate of fear, control, and violence under Combs, while Cassie Ventura detailed years of alleged abuse and intimidation. Combs denies the charges of racketeering and sex trafficking, but his lawyers acknowledged some physical violence occurred. The trial is ongoing, with prosecutors set to call more witnesses alleging further abuse.