NEW YORK – The renowned hip hop mogul, Sean “Diddy” Combs, is facing new sexual assault allegations, this time from a former model who claims the incident occurred in his New York recording studio in 2003. This accusation adds to a series of allegations that have recently surfaced against Combs.
Crystal McKinney, who identified herself as a successful model aged 22 at the time of the alleged incident, met Combs at a restaurant during Men’s Fashion Week in Manhattan. According to the lawsuit filed in a federal court in New York, Combs invited her to his recording studio that same night.
The lawsuit describes that upon arriving at the studio, McKinney found Combs consuming alcohol and marijuana along with other men. She also consumed marijuana, which she claims in the lawsuit was laced with a narcotic or intoxicating substance. McKinney recounted that she began to feel as if she were floating. At that moment, Combs allegedly took her to the bathroom, where the sexual assault purportedly occurred.
After the assault, Combs reportedly took her back to the studio, where McKinney lost consciousness. She awoke in a taxi, realizing she had been sexually assaulted. As of now, Combs’ representatives have not responded to requests for comments on this accusation.
This new lawsuit comes just days after CNN released security footage showing Combs attacking singer Cassie in a Los Angeles hotel hallway in 2016. In a video released on Monday, Combs admitted to attacking Cassie, expressing regret and calling his actions “inexcusable.”
Despite the video, Combs does not face criminal charges for the assault on Cassie due to the statute of limitations. The security footage shows the attack, but the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office stated it cannot prosecute the mogul.
Cassie filed a lawsuit in November alleging beatings and abuse, which was settled the day after it was filed. However, this case led to intense scrutiny of Combs, resulting in several additional lawsuits and a federal investigation into sex trafficking. This investigation prompted authorities to raid his mansions in Los Angeles and Miami.
McKinney’s lawsuit was filed under a New York City law that allows accusers to bring civil litigation within a limited period, even if the events occurred long ago. This legislation has enabled old cases to be revisited and brought to trial, providing victims with a new opportunity to seek justice.
The new allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs highlight a troubling pattern of behavior and abuse of power. As more victims feel empowered to come forward, the entertainment industry faces an urgent call for accountability and transparency.
The coming weeks will be crucial in determining the course of these lawsuits and the lasting impact on Combs’ career.
