Rape Lawsuit Against Jay-Z and Diddy Dismissed After Accuser Admits Inconsistencies
Sexual assault lawsuit against Jay-Z and Diddy dismissed after accuser voluntarily withdraws claims from 2000 incident.
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The anonymous accuser's legal team filed a dismissal with prejudice, meaning the case cannot be refiled. The withdrawal came after the accuser admitted in an interview that "not all the facts are clear" and suggested possible misidentification of the alleged perpetrators.
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Jay-Z's attorney Alex Spiro confirmed his client never settled or paid any money, stating "Jay stood his ground... and today, he's completely cleared." Roc Nation called the allegations "frivolous, fictitious, and appalling."
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While Jay-Z is now cleared, Diddy continues to face significant legal challenges. He remains in custody facing over 30 civil cases involving sexual misconduct and federal charges of racketeering and sex trafficking. His trial is scheduled for May 5, 2025, after being denied bail three times since his September 2024 arrest.
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Diddy's legal team views this dismissal as a positive precedent for his remaining cases, stating "One down, many more to go."