Diddy‘s defense is preparing for a tough fight as the prosecution bolsters its team for the upcoming sex-trafficking trial.
Reports indicate that Ghislaine Maxwell’s lead prosecutor, Maurene Ryan Comey, will be a key player in the case against the mogul. Comey, the daughter of former FBI director James Comey, adds another layer of complexity to Diddy’s growing legal team. In a strategic move last October, Diddy strengthened his defense with the appointments of Alexandra Shapiro—unrelated to the renowned defense lawyer Robert Shapiro—and Anthony Ricco, who now join his lead attorney, Marc Agnifilo.
People widely regard Shapiro as one of the nation’s top appellate attorneys, and Ricco has a long history of handling landmark cases, such as the World Trade Center bombing. Comey’s involvement in the prosecution follows Diddy’s third consecutive denial of bail.
Judge Cites Violence, Tampering Risks in Diddy’s Bail Ruling
Last month, Judge Arun Subramanian pointed to several factors in his decision, including Diddy’s violations of prison rules and false statements made to the court about evidence found during a cell search. The judge cautioned that Diddy’s release could potentially lead to witness tampering due to his contact with an escort involved in multiple illegal activities.
The court raised alarms about Diddy’s “propensity for violence,” referencing the disturbing 2016 incident with Cassie, which surfaced earlier this year through a leaked video. The concern played into the judge’s decision, as the footage depicted a brutal attack. In response, the mogul offered a $50 million bail package, pledging his Miami Beach estate as collateral. The terms included house arrest, around-the-clock security, and a strict no-contact order with alleged victims and witnesses.
Diddy’s trial is set to start on May 5 next year, although that timeline remains fluid. In addition to his criminal charges, Diddy is continuously facing an increasing number of civil lawsuits, one of which alleges that he threatened a woman by dangling her from a 17th-floor balcony.
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