Shocking Footage Emerges
A 2016 surveillance video, obtained exclusively by Media, shows Sean “Diddy” Combs physically assaulting his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. The footage, dated March 5, 2016, aligns with allegations Ventura made in a recently settled federal lawsuit. The video, captured at the now-closed InterContinental Hotel in Century City, Los Angeles, depicts he grabbing, shoving, dragging, and kicking Ventura during an altercation.
Details of the Incident
In the video, Ventura exits a hotel room and walks toward the elevators. Diddy, wearing a towel, runs after her, grabs her by the neck, and throws her to the floor. He then kicks her twice while she lies motionless. He also drags Ventura by her sweatshirt before walking away. Ventura eventually stands up, gathers her belongings, and attempts to use a hallway phone. He returns, shoves her again, and throws an object at her before walking away as an elevator door opens and someone exits.
Ventura’s attorney, Douglas H. Wigdor, commented, “The gut-wrenching video has only further confirmed the disturbing and predatory behavior of Mr. Combs. Words cannot express the courage and fortitude that Ms. Ventura has shown in coming forward to bring this to light.”
Ventura’s Lawsuit Against Diddy
He and Ventura were in an off-and-on relationship from 2007 to 2018. Ventura’s complaint, citing the altercation as occurring “around March 2016,” claims Diddy became “extremely intoxicated and punched Ms. Ventura in the face, giving her a black eye.” She attempted to leave the hotel room, but He followed her, throwing glass vases at her as she ran to the elevator.
Ventura initially fled to her apartment but returned, fearing Diddy’s anger. Hotel security advised her to leave after seeing the footage of the assault. According to the complaint, He paid the hotel $50,000 for the hallway security footage.
Allegations of Long-Term Abuse
The lawsuit detailed years of alleged abuse by Diddy, including physical violence and forced sexual acts with other men. Ventura, who met Diddy when she was 19 and he was 37, claimed he “exerted his power and influence” over her throughout their professional and romantic relationship.
Ben Brafman, Diddy’s attorney, denied the allegations, stating, “Mr. Combs vehemently denies these offensive and outrageous allegations.” The lawsuit was settled the following day, with details of the settlement undisclosed. Brafman emphasized that settling a lawsuit is not an admission of wrongdoing.
Ongoing Legal Issues for Diddy
Since November, He has faced five other civil lawsuits accusing him of sexual misconduct and other illegal activities. Despite denying the allegations, these cases remain active. In April, authorities searched Diddy’s homes in California and Florida as part of a federal investigation into human trafficking, stemming from similar sexual assault allegations.
Diddy’s attorney, Aaron Dyer, called the searches a “gross overuse of military-level force,” adding, “There has been no finding of criminal or civil liability with any of these allegations. Mr. Combs is innocent and will continue to fight every single day to clear his name.”
Summary of Key Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 5, 2016 | Surveillance video captures Diddy assaulting Cassie Ventura at InterContinental Hotel. |
| November 2023 | Ventura files a federal lawsuit against Diddy, alleging years of abuse and a 2016 assault. |
| April 2024 | Authorities search Diddy’s homes in a federal investigation into human trafficking. |
His legal battles continue as he faces multiple allegations of serious misconduct. Despite settling the lawsuit with Ventura, the emerging video has intensified scrutiny over his actions.
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