In a sudden and significant twist to his recent legal troubles, federal agents have raided the properties of music mogul Diddy.
A report by TMZ has indicated that the raids, which took place on Monday, March 25, targeted Diddy’s homes in Miami and Los Angeles, with helicopters patrolling the airspace above the latter location.
“Earlier today, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New York executed law enforcement actions as part of an ongoing investigation, with assistance from HSI Los Angeles, HSI Miami, and our local law enforcement partners. We will provide further information as it becomes available,” the report quoted an HSI representative as saying.
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FOX11 also shared a video that appeared to show several individuals handcuffed on Diddy’s property in Southern California, though their identities and potential involvement in the case remain unclear at this time. It is uncertain whether Diddy was present during the raids but it appeared his sons, Justin and King Combs were among those rounded up.
Why are Diddy’s houses being raided by federal agents?
The raids are reportedly being overseen by the Southern District of New York and are believed to be connected to the multiple allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct recently brought against the 54-year-old mogul.
According to FOX11’s reporter on the grounds, Hailey Winslow, information she gathered from law enforcement sources indicates that the raid was about sex trafficking.
Bad Boy CEO’s tall list of sexual assault cases
Diddy has been battling many sexual assault suits in the past four months. It started from Cassie’s in November 2023, which claimed sexual assault, misconduct, and other serious charges.
The latest is the $30 million suit by Lil Rod, who worked on Diddy’s The Love Album: Off the Grid.
Lil Rod’s suit sparked controversies after it emerged online that it had mentioned some prominent artists.
Lil Cease speaks on Diddy’s legal troubles
Former Junior M.A.F.I.A. member, Lil Cease, has shared his thoughts on the multiple lawsuits filed against hip-hop mogul, Diddy.
Speaking on his former boss’ ongoing legal troubles, Lil Cease took a neutral stance. For him, there was no need to say who was right or wrong but just to pray for peace for both parties.
