Prosecutors in the ongoing Diddy trial have dropped major allegations, including kidnapping, attempted arson, and aiding sex trafficking, due to lack of solid evidence.
The development marks a surprising turn in the case against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.
According to Fox News and TMZ, prosecutors informed the court they will no longer pursue the kidnapping allegation related to former employee Capricorn Clark.
The team reportedly acknowledged that they lacked strong enough evidence to support the claim.
Furthermore, the attempted arson charge specifically involving the alleged blowing up of rapper Kid Cudi’s car—has also been dismissed.
This incident had previously been tied to Diddy’s broader racketeering charges, which still remain under legal scrutiny.
This latest decision follows Tuesday’s court session, where prosecutors officially rested their case against the embattled entrepreneur.
Meanwhile, Diddy’s legal team has pushed back strongly, calling for a full acquittal.
“There’s, at best, thin proof any of the other employees participated,” said defense attorney Alexandra Shapiro in court.
“There is no evidence any of them believed he was sex trafficking.”
While the racketeering investigation is ongoing, the removal of three major charges could shift the outcome of the trial.
Moreover, legal experts suggest this move may influence public perception and the final ruling.
However, others caution that remaining charges still carry weight and should not be underestimated.
As of now, Diddy’s defense attorneys continue to argue that the government has failed to establish credible evidence connecting their client to criminal intent or direct involvement in organized activity.
The music executive’s legal battles have sparked widespread media attention, not just because of his celebrity status, but also due to the broader implications of the charges involving alleged abuse and misconduct in the entertainment industry.
