Sean “Diddy” Combs to Remain in Custody Until Sentencing After Mixed Verdict

By Staff Writer | Photo by A.I 

NEW YORK (July 3, 2025) – Sean “Diddy” Combs, 55, will remain incarcerated pending his sentencing after a federal jury delivered a split verdict on July 2 in Manhattan. The rap mogul was acquitted of the most serious charges—racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking—but found guilty of two counts of “transportation to engage in prostitution” under the Mann Act.

During a packed hearing, Judge Arun Subramanian denied Combs’s request for bail—even with a proposed $1 million bond—citing evidence of his past violent behavior, including domestic violence, and concerns over witness intimidation Combs, arrested in September 2024 and held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, faces up to 20 years in prison. While prosecutors are seeking a “significant” sentence, they noted that consecutive time is rare. His formal sentencing is scheduled for October 3, 2025 

Cassie Ventura’s Statement of Resolve

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The case was propelled by the courageous testimony of Combs’s former partner, singer Cassie Ventura, who detailed years of what she described as emotional, physical, and sexual abuse—culminating in coerced drug-fueled “freak-off” sessions Her November 2023 civil lawsuit, which Combs settled for $20 million, opened the door to this criminal prosecution.

Through her attorney, Douglas Wigdor, Cassie stated the following on Wednesday:

“This entire criminal process started when our client, Cassie Ventura, had the courage to file her civil complaint in November 2023. Although the jury did not find Combs guilty of sex trafficking Cassie beyond a reasonable doubt, she paved the way for a jury to find him guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution. By coming forward with her experience, Cassie has left an indelible mark on both the entertainment industry and the fight for justice.” 

Wigdor praised her “exemplary courage” and said Cassie “displayed unquestionable strength and brought attention to the realities of powerful men … The case proved that change is long overdue, and we will continue to fight on behalf of survivors.” 

He added that she is “pleased that he’s been found guilty and held responsible for federal crimes … She’s in a good place,” as many prepare for more legal battles.

What’s Next

• Sentencing is scheduled for October 3, 2025, where Combs could face several years behind bars given the seriousness of the Mann Act violations and prosecutors’ push for consecutive terms.
• Denial of bail ensures Combs remains in custody, crediting him for time already served but likely awaiting several more months in detention.
• Civil litigation continues – Cassie’s settlement is just one piece in a growing mosaic of over 50 separate lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct and abuse.

Broader Impact

Though not convicted on the most flagrant charges, the verdict sends a powerful message about accountability. Combs’s partially guilty verdict and detention reflect a judicial environment less willing to disregard abuse allegations, even against influential figures. As Cassie’s testimony demonstrated, survivor voices, bolstered by public awareness, can lead to legal reckoning. Many hope that this case will empower others to come forward.