Prosecution presents closing arguments in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial

The prosecution in Sean 'Diddy' Combs's trial made its final case Thursday, arguing that the music mogul used a business 'kingdom', violence, drugs, and fraud to coerce women into unwanted sex acts. Assistant US Attorney Christy Slavik stated that Combs is the leader of a criminal enterprise who doesn't take no for an answer. Combs has pleaded not guilty to charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

During the trial, Ms. Slavik reviewed seven weeks of evidence, accusing Combs of manipulating women into fulfilling his sexual fantasies with the help of his employees. The prosecution alleged that Combs relied on a network of employees to facilitate and conceal sex trafficking and other crimes. The heart of the case involved harrowing testimony from two of Combs' ex-girlfriends, Casandra Ventura and 'Jane', who testified about being coerced into unwanted sexual acts.

The prosecution also presented evidence of Combs allegedly coercing women into unwanted sex through drug use and financial threats. The jury could begin deliberations on Combs' fate soon, with his lawyers set to give closing arguments before the judge instructs the jurors on deliberations. Combs faces a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted of the most serious charges.

According to the source: BBC.