Federal criminal investigation launched against Sean Combs

On July 4, 2024, it was reported by NBC News that Sean 'Diddy' Combs is currently under a federal criminal investigation, following police raids on his properties in Los Angeles and Miami three months prior. Sources familiar with Combs' legal situation revealed that a federal grand jury in New York is reviewing evidence related to the investigation, although no charges are expected to be filed imminently. Combs' legal team was recently informed by federal authorities in the Southern District of New York about his status as a subject of the ongoing criminal probe. While a federal grand jury is actively considering evidence, there has been no indication of impending charges. The U.S. Attorney's Office declined to provide any comments on the matter, as per the sources. Legal experts explain that being a subject of an investigation means being within the scope of a criminal inquiry, with the possibility of status changes as the investigation progresses. In May, Combs publicly apologized after a video surfaced showing him physically assaulting his then-girlfriend, Casandra "Cassie" Ventura, in a Los Angeles hotel in 2016. Despite initially denying Ventura's allegations of assault and sex trafficking, the two reached a settlement following a federal lawsuit. Ventura's attorney, Meredith Firetog, highlighted Combs' denial of the accusations when multiple women came forward, suggesting they were seeking financial gain. Combs, however, has consistently refuted any wrongdoing and has not faced any criminal charges in connection to the incidents. Jonathan Davis, the attorney representing Sean Diddy Combs, dismissed the most recent lawsuit against his client. The ongoing federal criminal investigation continues to unfold, with Combs maintaining his stance of denying any criminal behavior while navigating the legal complexities surrounding the case.