Federal Prosecutors Urge Court to Deny Diddy’s Latest Bail Request, Alleging Obstruction Efforts

Federal prosecutors have asked a judge to deny Sean “Diddy” Combs’ latest bail request, citing concerns of obstruction, danger, and flight risk. Combs, who faces federal charges including racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation for prostitution, has been in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn since his arrest in September.

In a document filed Friday, prosecutors alleged that Combs has attempted to interfere with his case, accusing him of orchestrating social media campaigns to sway public opinion and taint the jury pool. They also claim he has leaked materials he believes will bolster his defense.

The filing includes redacted notes discovered during a jail sweep, which prosecutors argue show Combs paid a witness to post in his favor on Instagram. Additionally, they allege he has contacted witnesses through intermediaries and misused telephone accounts of other inmates to evade law enforcement monitoring.

Prosecutors contend that Combs used inmate phone access codes secured via payments made through apps and commissary deposits, actions they claim violate Bureau of Prisons regulations.

Renewed Bail Request

On November 8, Combs’ legal team filed a new motion for his release, proposing what they described as a “substantial, comprehensive bail package.” Previous bail requests have been denied by multiple judges, including an appeal to the Second Circuit Court of Appeals in September.

In their latest filing, Combs’ attorneys argue that he is not a flight risk and challenge the strength of the government’s evidence. They assert that the charges against him have been overstated and claim that he does not pose a danger to society.

Prosecutors Push Back

Despite the defense’s arguments, prosecutors maintain that Combs’ actions from jail demonstrate a significant risk of obstruction and justify keeping him detained until his trial, which is set for May 2025.

As the case unfolds, the court’s decision on Combs’ bail request will likely hinge on whether the judge views the proposed conditions as sufficient to mitigate the risks outlined by prosecutors.