Prosecutors finished presenting evidence against music mogul Sean Combs on Tuesday afternoon. The government concluded its case after calling 34 witnesses over nearly a month of testimony. Federal agents wrapped up their final cross-examination around 1:30 p.m. at the Manhattan courthouse. Combs faces five serious criminal charges that he strongly disputes. The rapper and producer has remained behind bars since his arrest last September.
The charges against Combs involve racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. Authorities also accuse him of using fraud and coercion to transport people for prostitution. Witnesses during the trial came from many different backgrounds and professions. Entertainment figures, former employees, federal agents and alleged victims all took the witness stand.
Rapper Kid Cudi testified against Combs during the proceedings. Two former girlfriends also shared their accounts under oath. One woman identified only as Jane described disturbing incidents she claims happened at events Combs called freak offs. She told jurors Combs forced her into unwanted sexual situations with other people.
Jane said her relationship with Combs began three years ago. She testified that Combs controlled every aspect of these encounters and prevented her from using protection. The defense team plans to present a short response without calling any witnesses. Lawyers will deliver their final arguments to the jury on Thursday with possible continuation on Friday.
The charges against Combs involve racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. Authorities also accuse him of using fraud and coercion to transport people for prostitution. Witnesses during the trial came from many different backgrounds and professions. Entertainment figures, former employees, federal agents and alleged victims all took the witness stand.
Rapper Kid Cudi testified against Combs during the proceedings. Two former girlfriends also shared their accounts under oath. One woman identified only as Jane described disturbing incidents she claims happened at events Combs called freak offs. She told jurors Combs forced her into unwanted sexual situations with other people.
Jane said her relationship with Combs began three years ago. She testified that Combs controlled every aspect of these encounters and prevented her from using protection. The defense team plans to present a short response without calling any witnesses. Lawyers will deliver their final arguments to the jury on Thursday with possible continuation on Friday.
