Federal law enforcement agencies have raided the Los Angeles and Miami homes of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs as part of a sex trafficking investigation, according to reports. The raid, which occurred in LA’s upscale Holmby Hills neighborhood, involved the Department of Homeland Security and was captured by Fox 11, who was first on the scene.
“Earlier today, Homeland Security Investigations New York executed law enforcement actions as part of an ongoing investigation with assistance from HSI Los Angeles, HSI Miami and our local law enforcement partners. We will provide further information as it becomes available,” stated the federal department.
During the raid, federal agents were seen investigating Combs’ LA home, which is registered to Bad Boys Films, a division of Bad Boy Entertainment, along with one of Combs’ daughters. Several individuals were detained after coming out of the home.
Homeland Security expert Hal Kempfer commented on the allegations, suggesting that the agency may be looking into claims of drugging young women and investigating potential crimes across multiple states. Kempfer noted that investigators would likely be searching for evidence such as laptops and flash drives connecting Combs to the allegations.
Adding to the controversy, last year, R&B singer Cassie filed a lawsuit against Combs, detailing allegations of abuse during their relationship, which lasted from 2005 to 2018. Shortly after, two more women came forward with accusations of sexual abuse against the hip-hop mogul.
In another lawsuit filed in February 2024, a male music producer accused Combs of repeated instances of unsolicited groping and sexual touching. Combs’ attorney vehemently denied the allegations, stating they were “pure fiction” and promising to address them in court.
The raids come amidst mounting allegations of sex trafficking against Combs. Documents obtained by XXL revealed allegations that Combs trafficked a teenager across state lines for sexual assault, alongside Harve Pierre and another unidentified man. Combs denied any involvement in or knowledge of such misconduct.
The raids also raise questions about the involvement of Combs’ sons, Justin and King Combs, who were reportedly seen being placed in handcuffs during the raid on his Los Angeles residence. It remains unclear if Combs was present during the raids at either of his properties.
As investigations continue and allegations unfold, the future of Sean “Diddy” Combs remains uncertain, with legal battles and public scrutiny likely to intensify in the coming days.