Sean 'Diddy' Combs arrest: Timeline, indictment and what to know

Sean “Diddy” Combs has a lengthy list of alleged legal troubles, including recent sexual assault accusations. Here’s a history of some of Combs’ latest legal issues.

Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested Monday, Sept. 16, and charged with what the Justice Department called a years-long scheme to sexually abuse and exploit women, allegedly using his business empire to commit the crimes.

Combs, 54, was arrested by federal agents at a New York City hotel on an indictment charging him with a racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation for purposes of prostitution, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Manhattan said.

Combs, famous for his music career, Bad Boy Records label and the MTV reality television program “Making the Band,” could face life in prison if convicted.

Combs pleaded not guilty to the criminal charges on Tuesday, Sept. 17, in federal court in Manhattan.

The indictment comes months after several civil lawsuits that began in November 2023 when Combs’ one-time girlfriend, the singer Cassie, accused him of sexually and physically assaulting her during their relationship.

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