Tearful Casandra Ventura tells court Diddy beat and humiliated her

She testifies the rapper would often "bash on my head, knock me over, drag me and kick me".

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The prosecution's star witness testified about the alleged physical and emotional abuse she endured at the hands of the rapper during so-called "freak-offs", or sexual encounters the couple had with male escorts.

Family and friends have come to court in large numbers to support Mr Combs, whose legal team has not yet questioned Ms Ventura.

Mr Combs has pleaded not guilty to charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

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