Rap mogul Diddy has reportedly been placed on suicide watch as he awaits trial at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center, following his recent arrest.
The decision comes as a precautionary measure, with concerns surrounding his mental state following his arrest on serious charges, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transporting individuals for prostitution.
According to PEOPLE, the hip-hop icon is being held in the Special Housing Unit (SHU) due to his high-profile status and the nature of his alleged crimes. While it’s unclear if Diddy has directly expressed suicidal thoughts, his mental condition is said to be in question, prompting authorities to increase his observation.
Diddy, whose real name is Sean Combs, was denied bail twice after being labeled a potential ‘danger’ to the community. He has been in custody since Tuesday, September 17, and will remain at the Brooklyn jail until his trial begins.
The Metropolitan Detention Center has a long history of criticism for its reportedly inhumane living conditions. The facility opened in the 1990s, has been described as a ‘hell on earth’ due to overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, and violence. Prisoners are allowed three weekly showers and only one hour of exercise outside their cells daily. Meals are brought to those in the SHU, where Diddy is currently housed, and they must eat in isolation.
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Diddy’s legal team previously raised alarms about the facility’s dangerous environment, pointing to recent suicides and a murder within its walls. They also highlighted concerns over food contamination and the widespread drug use reported among inmates. Despite these arguments, the judge upheld the decision to keep the music executive behind bars, citing a risk to public safety.
