Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced Saturday that rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs will not face charges for a violent attack on his then-girlfriend captured by hotel security cameras in 2016. The incident, recorded at a hotel in Century City, shows Combs assaulting Cassie Ventura in a disturbing manner, as seen in recently surfaced footage aired on CNN.
The video, showcasing Combs striking and chasing Ventura down a hallway at the InterContinental Hotel, painted a troubling picture of the rapper’s actions. However, due to the expiration of the statute of limitations, the district attorney confirmed that prosecution is no longer viable in this case.
In response to the video, the District Attorney’s Office expressed concern over the disturbing nature of the footage and encouraged any victims or witnesses to come forward and report such crimes for further investigation. Combs, a well-known music mogul, has faced legal troubles in recent months with various lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct and human trafficking.
The encounter depicted in the video closely aligns with allegations made in a lawsuit filed by Ventura, claiming years of sexual abuse and violence at the hands of Combs. Despite the settlement of the initial lawsuit, the scrutiny surrounding Combs escalated, leading to further legal action and a federal investigation into sex trafficking.
Attorney Douglas Wigdor, representing Ventura, emphasized the courage shown by his client in shedding light on the predatory behavior exhibited by Combs in the video. While Combs has denied the allegations in the lawsuits, the footage seemingly corroborates Ventura’s account of the attack.
Following federal raids on Combs’ properties in Los Angeles and Miami, his attorney vehemently defended his innocence, criticizing the authorities’ tactics and emphasizing Combs’ cooperation in the investigation. The ongoing legal battles and investigations surrounding Combs have drawn significant media attention, portraying a tumultuous period for the music icon.