Jurors Shown Sex Trafficking Videos in Sean 'Diddy' Combs Trial

Jurors in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial were shown videos of his infamous "Freak Off" parties, which were multi-day drug-fueled sex marathons involving paid escorts, to provide evidence of the alleged sex trafficking and racketeering. The footage, taken in October 2012 and sourced from Combs' ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, depicted the explicit parties and was viewed privately by jurors wearing headphones, causing visible discomfort among some. Ventura testified that she participated in these parties to please Combs, describing the experiences as abusive and leaving her sleep-deprived and dehydrated. Prosecutors also presented text messages and other evidence linking Combs to orchestrating these encounters, while multiple women testified about abuse and coercion during their relationships with him. The trial has faced jury management issues, including the dismissal of a juror for inconsistencies and concerns about potential outside influence due to mysterious text messages sent to another juror. Combs, who has pleaded not guilty to charges including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, has been denied bail due to risks of witness tampering, with the trial expected to continue after a brief adjournment for Juneteenth.