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- Judge rules Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs will remain in jail while appeals court considers bail request (newsbreak.com)
Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs remains in custody as he awaits trial for sex trafficking charges. A federal appeals court judge has denied his request for bail while a three-judge panel considers it.
Combs was arrested in September and charged with using his influence to force women into sexual performances. He has pleaded not guilty to racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking allegations.
Combs’ lawyers have argued that he is not a flight risk and should be released on bail. They say he is a prominent citizen and unlikely to flee.
Prosecutors have presented evidence that Combs is a danger to the community, arguing that he could obstruct the investigation or harm witnesses.
A new trial judge has not yet ruled on whether to release Combs on bail. However, he has indicated that he is open to considering the issue.
Combs is currently being held at a detention center in Brooklyn. His lawyers say he is coping as best as possible under the circumstances.