US Justice Department Advances Toward Grand Jury Trial Against Diddy, Sources Report
Federal investigators are preparing for a grand jury trial against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, with the Department of Justice potentially seeking an indictment, according to CNN sources familiar with the investigation.
Police outside Department of Justice building
The investigation, led by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), encompasses multiple serious allegations:
- Sex trafficking
- Money laundering
- Illegal drugs
- Organized crime activities
Key developments:
- Federal investigators are preparing to bring Combs' accusers before a grand jury in New York City
- HSI conducted raids on Combs' Los Angeles and Miami homes in March
- Investigators are reviewing video evidence from searched residences
- Eight civil lawsuits have been filed against Combs since November, with seven alleging sexual assault
- Two lawsuits have been settled, including one with former girlfriend Cassie Ventura
Sources indicate investigators are building a comprehensive case before seeking any indictment. "It's much bigger than just these lawsuits," one source told CNN. Investigators are reportedly contacting individuals identified in surveillance footage obtained during the investigation.
Security camera mounted on building wall
Combs and his legal team continue to deny all accusations, though he issued an apology following the release of surveillance footage showing his 2016 assault on Cassie.
Diddy at Brooklyn police center
The investigation remains active, with HSI declining to comment specifically on grand jury proceedings. Potential witnesses have been notified but not yet prepared for testimony, suggesting the investigation is still gathering evidence.
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