LOS ANGELES, CA – In a groundbreaking sex trafficking case, R&B sensation Cassandra Ventura, widely known as Cassie, has filed a federal lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs, her former romantic partner and the influential figure behind Bad Boy Records. The lawsuit, lodged in the U.S. District Court in Manhattan, paints a disturbing picture of alleged physical abuse, sexual slavery, and rape spanning a decade-long relationship.
One of the most harrowing accusations is that Combs coerced Cassie into participating in explicit acts with male prostitutes, meticulously arranged by him. Shockingly, he purportedly watched and filmed these encounters for his satisfaction.
The lawsuit doesn’t merely stop at sexual exploitation; it details a pattern of physical abuse over the ten years , both personally and professionally. Combs allegedly maintained control through intimidation, manipulating Cassie with drugs and alcohol.
In a chilling revelation, Cassie claims that the pinnacle of abuse occurred in 2018 when she expressed her desire to end the relationship. According to her, Combs responded with sexual assault, a traumatic event that she now brings to light through legal channels.
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Ben Brafman, representing Sean Combs, vehemently denies these accusations, labeling them as offensive and outrageous. He asserts that Cassie’s legal action follows an unsuccessful attempt to extort $30 million from Combs, using the threat of a damaging exposé about their relationship.
Combs, a renowned figure in hip-hop, founder of Bad Boy Records, and a highly successful performer, is no stranger to controversy. Forbes once ranked him as the world’s highest-paid musician, amassing an estimated $130 million annually in 2017.
The lawsuit characterizes Combs, also known as P. Diddy and Puff Daddy, as an unpredictable and controlling individual with violent tendencies. It recounts instances where he forced Cassie to carry a handgun, endangered her friend’s life, and even destroyed rapper Kid Cudi’s car out of jealousy.
Notably, the lawsuit refrains from specifying a monetary amount but emphasizes Cassie’s pursuit of justice for the lost decade of her life. Sean Combs joins a list of high-profile figures in the music industry facing allegations of sexual misconduct. This trend includes accusations
