US rapper Sean “P Diddy” Combs is facing serious allegations of sexual abuse involving 120 victims, including 25 children, with one child as young as nine years old, according to a US lawyer. Tony Buzbee claims that Combs, 54, sexually abused a young boy who was seeking a record deal, and also accuses Combs of spiking drinks with a horse tranquiliser. These allegations date back to 1991 and involve 60 male and 60 female claimants. Combs, who founded Bad Boy Records in 1993, where the alleged abuse took place, has denied all accusations. The victims are said to have been deeply affected by the trauma and fear resulting from the alleged incidents.
The lawyer, Tony Buzbee, plans to file lawsuits on behalf of the victims within the next month, highlighting the serious nature of the claims. The nine-year-old boy was reportedly abused during an audition at Combs’s studio, where several other minors were also present, all hoping to secure a record deal. Many of the accusers have medical evidence of rape or drugging, with some testing positive for substances like Xylazine, a horse tranquiliser. Combs’s solicitor, Erica Wolff, has vehemently denied the allegations, stating that Combs refutes any claims of sexual abuse, especially involving minors.
Combs was arrested in New York City last month and has been denied bail. His legal team is currently seeking a renewed bail appeal in the hopes of securing his release before the trial begins. The rapper’s reputation has faced further challenges as a controversial book about his late former partner, Kim Porter, was removed from Amazon due to objections from her family over its content. Despite the legal turmoil, Combs maintains his innocence and continues to assert that the allegations against him are false and defamatory.
The severity of the accusations and the number of victims involved have sparked outrage and concern among the public. The legal proceedings are set to unfold in the coming months, shedding light on a dark chapter in the music industry. As the case progresses, the focus remains on seeking justice for the victims and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.