New Video Adds Layer to Diddy Scandal

A leaked video from 2016 has added a new layer to the scandal surrounding music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, marking a blow from which he may never recover. The footage, released by CNN in May 2024, depicts Diddy in a visibly intoxicated state, violently grabbing, shoving, and kicking singer Cassie Ventura, before dragging her back to her hotel room by her hair.

This video serves as a stark corroboration of Cassie’s allegations of domestic and sexual violence against Diddy, made public in a lawsuit she filed in November 2023. Despite Diddy’s attorney asserting that the settlement of the lawsuit did not include an admission of wrongdoing, the release of this video has prompted Cassie’s husband to speak out on Instagram, condemning men who abuse women and those who protect abusers.

Former associates of Diddy, including his ex-assistant, Susie Seagull, who worked with him during his relationship with Cassie, have shared mixed reactions. While Seagull mentioned never witnessing any abusive behavior, she acknowledged the significant power dynamics at play, given Cassie’s young age and Diddy’s influential status.

In response to the video’s release, Diddy posted a tearful apology, admitting his behavior in the video was inexcusable and claiming he sought professional help. However, the damage seems irreversible, with public sentiment heavily against him.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office indicated that they could not prosecute Diddy due to the incident falling outside the statute of limitations. Nonetheless, the Department of Justice is reportedly investigating further, having recently conducted searches of Diddy’s homes in Florida and California, seizing numerous electronic devices.

This unfolding scandal continues to tarnish the legacy of one of hip-hop’s biggest names, as new evidence and testimonies emerge, painting a grim picture of his past actions.

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