Sean “Diddy” Combs allegedly attempted to evade law enforcement surveillance with the intent to influence witness testimony while he was in custody.
According to documents seen by People magazine, Diddy allegedly instructed his family members to reach out to victims and potential witnesses in an attempt to influence their views by shape their story, as stated in the official 30-page court filing.
The disgraced music mogul is said to have tapped the phone accounts of “at least eight other prisoners” to carry out the task.
Law authorities have taken a closer look at multiple recorded jailhouse conversations involving the rapper, with some allegedly containing instructions for participants to include additional individuals through the conversations. three-way calling, a practice prohibited by the Bureau of Prisons.
In a detailed 30-page report released by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York in Manhattan, prosecutors expressed strong disapproval of Diddy’s conduct, saying, “These Combs’ tireless efforts to contact potential witnesses, including his victims.” abused someone who could provide strong testimony against him.”
“The defendant’s goal was to blackmail victims and witnesses to force them to remain silent or provide testimony helpful to his defense.”
The document adds, “Since the defendant’s detention at MDC, he has continued to attempt to evade law enforcement surveillance, adversely influence witness testimony, and continue to continue to attack the integrity of these proceedings.”
In addition to the complaint, there were also discussions regarding notes purportedly found during a search of his cell.
Law enforcement officials said there were clear indications that he likely bribed an anonymous individual who made a statement via Instagram.
Federal prosecutors have argued in legal filings that the “I Need A Girl” rapper represents a “serious risk of danger and obstruction” in the ongoing criminal case involving sex trafficking. sex. Therefore, they advised rejecting his latest bail request.
Additionally, the report noted that to celebrate his birthday, Diddy allegedly directed his children to create a video to post on social media, ensuring the video would influence the jury members. potential jury involved in this particular case.
The charges arose when prosecutors accused Diddy of intentionally manipulating the phone numbers of at least eight inmates to evade surveillance after examining recorded conversations from the Metropolitan Detention Center.
It was also alleged that he violated regulations by compensating prisoners through intermediaries. In the filed documents, it states: “The defendant is a violent, serial abuser who used his vast wealth and position in the entertainment industry to conceal his illegal conduct.” himself and prevent victims and witnesses of his abuse from coming forward.”
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