Diddy has been denied bail as he awaits sentencing, according to NBC News.
On Wednesday, Judge Arun Subramanian ruled against releasing the music mogul, who was found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, though acquitted on the more serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering.
One key factor in the judge’s decision was the incident where Diddy was seen physically assaulting Cassie—an act that weighed heavily in the court’s assessment of his risk and behavior.
The ruling followed a request from Diddy’s attorney, Marc Agnifilo, who urged Judge Arun Subramanian to grant a $1 million bond. The proposal included allowing Diddy to stay at his Two Star Island residence in Miami and travel only within Florida, New York, and Los Angeles while awaiting sentencing.
However, the government pushed back hard, insisting Diddy remain behind bars. Prosecutors argued he posed a flight risk and raised serious concerns over his history of drug use and violent behavior.
Earlier on Wednesday, Inner City Press posted Diddy’s legal team’s six-page letter to the court, outlining their plea for bail—an effort that ultimately failed to sway the judge.
Diddy is staring down a possible 20-year prison sentence, even though he was cleared of the more serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges. As reported by Complex’s Shawn Setaro, the courtroom was filled with emotion when the verdict was read—Diddy’s family applauded the outcome, while the mogul appeared to mouth “Thank you” to the jurors and formed a prayer sign with his hands.
In response to the verdict, Cassie’s lawyer, Douglas H. Wigdor, issued a powerful statement, calling the case a clear sign that “change is long overdue,” and reaffirmed their commitment to continue fighting for survivors.
