Federal agents recently conducted raids on rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ properties in Los Angeles and Miami. This action by US Homeland Security comes in the wake of numerous civil lawsuits brought against Combs, accusing him of sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and rape. The allegations cover a period from the 1990s up to recent years and involve claims from his former partner, Cassandra “Cassie” Ventura, and producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones, among others.

Combs, a well-known figure in the music industry, has strongly denied all accusations against him. His legal team has characterized the lawsuits as motivated by financial gain and unfounded. Despite these legal battles, Combs has yet to face formal criminal charges from federal prosecutors.

The lawsuits utilised the New York Adult Survivors Act, a legal provision that allows victims of sexual assault to file civil claims without being constrained by the statute of limitations. This has encouraged a broader group of accusers to come forward with claims against Combs.

Throughout this ordeal, Combs has asserted his innocence, committing to defend his name and reputation against these allegations.