DIDDY TRIAL AUDIO DAYS 1 – 5
CASSIE VENTURA TESTIFIED ALL WEEK LONG WHILE 8 1/2 MONTHS PREGNANT
BY SNN.BZ STAFF
Monday, May 12, 2025: The trial of Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, kicked off in a Manhattan federal courtroom with opening statements, marking the beginning of a high-profile case on charges of sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation to engage in prostitution. The jury, consisting of eight men and four women along with six alternates, was sworn in after a meticulous selection process, during which many potential jurors admitted to having seen the 2016 hotel surveillance footage of Combs assaulting his then-girlfriend Casandra “Cassie” Ventura. Prosecutors, led by Assistant U.S. Attorney Emily Johnson, accused Combs of running a criminal enterprise through his business empire, alleging he used drugs, threats, and violence to coerce women into “freak-offs”—drug-fueled sexual orgies with male escorts—while the defense, represented by Teny Geragos, admitted to Combs’ violent tendencies but argued that these acts were not sex trafficking, framing them as part of his personal life and consensual relationships
Tuesday, May 13, 2025: The second day saw the start of witness testimony, with Casandra Ventura taking the stand as the prosecution’s star witness, recounting a decade-long relationship with Combs marked by physical abuse and coercion. Ventura, visibly pregnant and emotional, described how Combs controlled every aspect of her life, forcing her into “freak-offs” that left her feeling “humiliated” and “worthless,” often using drugs to keep her compliant and filming the encounters as blackmail. The prosecution presented evidence of specific incidents, including locations like New York, Miami, and Ibiza where these events took place, while the defense prepared to challenge her credibility by highlighting her role in planning some of these encounters, setting the stage for a contentious cross-examination.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025: Ventura continued her testimony, delving deeper into the logistics of the “freak-offs,” including how she was tasked with hiring dancers through Craigslist and other websites, and the use of aliases like “Frank Black” to book hotel rooms. She testified about the physical toll of the abuse, including an incident in 2009 where Combs allegedly stomped on her face in an SUV, forcing her to hide in a hotel for a week to conceal her bruises, despite her pleas to go home to her mother. The day ended with the court adjourning as the defense prepared to begin its cross-examination, with legal experts noting the challenge for Combs’ lawyers to question Ventura assertively without appearing to attack her, given her emotional testimony and pregnancy.
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Thursday, May 15, 2025: The defense, led by attorney Anna Estevao, began cross-examining Ventura, focusing on explicit text messages between her and Combs to suggest she was a willing participant in the “freak-offs,” particularly in the lead-up to the 2016 InterContinental hotel assault captured on camera. Ventura remained terse in her responses, acknowledging the texts but hinting at a different interpretation, implying coercion beneath her apparent consent, while the defense tried to frame Combs’ actions as influenced by jealousy and drug use rather than criminal intent. The court also heard from Israel Florez, a former security guard at the InterContinental, who testified about Ventura’s “purple eye” after the 2016 incident, though the defense challenged his account by noting discrepancies in his original report.
Friday, May 16, 2025: Ventura concluded her four days of testimony, breaking down in tears as she described the lasting impact of the abuse, stating she’d give back any financial benefits from Combs if it meant avoiding the “freak-offs.” The defense’s cross-examination ended abruptly, shifting focus to two new witnesses: Dawn Richard, a singer who alleged witnessing Combs assault Ventura multiple times, including a violent incident involving a skillet, and Homeland Security Agent Yasin Binda, who detailed finding drugs like ketamine and MDMA, along with baby oil, in Combs’ hotel room during his September 2024 arrest. Richard’s testimony was cut short due to defense objections, with her return scheduled for the following week, leaving the first week of the trial on a dramatic note as Combs’ alleged culture of violence came into sharper focus.
Saturday, May 17, 2025: The federal court in Manhattan does not hold trial sessions on weekends, so no proceedings took place on this day. However, the intense media coverage continued, with outlets reporting on Ventura’s statement outside court, where she expressed gratitude for the support and hoped her testimony would empower other survivors of abuse. Public sentiment, as reflected in various news reports, remained polarized, with some viewing Combs as a predator who abused his power, while others questioned the credibility of the witnesses, citing the defense’s narrative of consensual relationships and financial motives behind the accusati
Sunday, May 18, 2025: As with Saturday, the court was not in session on Sunday, providing a brief pause in the legal proceedings. The focus shifted to public reactions and legal analysis in the media, with discussions centering on the strength of the prosecution’s case after Ventura’s testimony and the potential impact of upcoming witnesses like Dawn Richard. Combs’ family, including his mother Janice and several of his children, were noted for their consistent presence in court throughout the week, signaling a united front as the trial prepared to resume on Monday, with expectations of further explosive testimony in the weeks ahead.
A few of the people that visited Sean Combs parties: Jay-Z, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bieber, Usher, Paris Hilton, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Kris Jenner, Leonardo DiCaprio, Whitney Houston, Ashton Kutcher, Demi Moore, Mariah Carey, Tommy Lee, Pamela Anderson, Nick Cannon, Howard Stern, Aretha Franklin, Martha Stewart, Sarah Jessica Parker, Drake, Pharrell Williams, Kanye West, Rihanna, Alicia Keys, Zendaya, Oprah Winfrey, Elon Musk, Lloyd Mayweather, Dwyane Wade, Ellen DeGeneres, Bella Hadid, Shakira, Sean Penn, Serena Williams, Will Smith, Bruce Willis, Kate Beckinsale, Lindsay Lohan, Chris Brown, Lil Kim, Eva Longoria, Fergie, IceT, Quincy Jones, Ashlee Simpson, Joe Francis, Aaliyah, Damon Dash, Cardi B, Post Malone, Kelly Rowland, The Weeknd, Snoop Dogg, Naomi Campbell, Kobe Bryant, DrDre, Mary JBlige, JaRule, Busta Rhymes, Regis Philbin, Vera Wang, Kelly Osbourne, Russell Simmons, Russell Brand, Megan Fox, Pink, Michael B. Jordan, Mike Myers, Kid Cudi, Prince, Britney Spears, Dallas Austin, Ben Stiller, Fred Durst, David Blaine, Eminem, Steven Dorff, Josie Maran, Carmen Kass, Odell Beckham Jr,, Druski, Kim Porter.
