A federal jury in Manhattan has delivered a mixed verdict in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ high-profile trial — acquitting him of racketeering and sex trafficking while convicting him on two prostitution-related charges.
What We Know:
The jury deliberated for roughly 12–14 hours over two days, returning a partial verdict before concluding on all five counts today.
Acquitted of racketeering conspiracy, the most serious count that could have carried a life sentence.
Acquitted of both sex trafficking counts, concerning alleged coercion of Cassie Ventura and a woman known as “Jane”.
Found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, each relating to the same two women; each conviction carries up to 10 years in prison.
With convictions on both prostitution counts, Combs faces up to 20 years in prison, though final sentencing is pending judicial decision.
The defense has promptly requested Combs’ release from federal custody; prosecutors oppose the motion.
The racketeering count hinged on proving a criminal enterprise—an element jurors deemed unproven.
In a verdict reflecting the complexities of the case, Diddy walks away cleared of the most severe crimes but now faces serious prison time for prostitution-related convictions, with sentencing expected in the near future.
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