has been after being charged with a series of serious offenses, including and . The appeared in a on Tuesday, where ruled that there were no conditions under which he could be released prior to trial. , 54, could face a if convicted.
What is Diddy being charged with? The charges against stem from disturbing allegations that he coerced women into participating in sex sessions with male prostitutes, which he would film. Prosecutors allege that these sessions, sometimes lasting days, were facilitated by force, threats, and manipulation. The indictment also claims that used his businesses, including , as vehicles for his , which included physical and sexual abuse.
In Tuesday's proceedings, emphasized the difficulty of monitoring someone accused of sex trafficking, particularly given the secretive nature of the crime. The judge also expressed concerns about the weight of the evidence presented against and noted that no bail conditions could sufficiently mitigate the risks of flight or witness intimidation. Diddy claims innocence in court , dressed in casual attire, showed little emotion during the hearing.
His legal team remains adamant about his innocence. said , one of his attorneys. Despite an offer of a and the surrender of passports from both and his family, the court determined that these measures would not ensure his compliance with pre-trial conditions.
The defense had also suggested home detention with GPS monitoring as an alternative, but this was rejected. The had argue.