Los Angeles, California – A shocking video recently emerged depicting American rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs engaging in a violent altercation with his then-girlfriend Casandra Ventura in a hotel corridor in March 2016. The disturbing footage, released by a source, validates the abuse and coercion allegations Ventura made in a lawsuit filed last year. Following the lawsuit, which was settled out of court, Combs’ lawyer emphasized his client’s innocence, stating that settling does not equate to admitting wrongdoing. The video shows Combs physically assaulting Ventura, including hitting, dragging, and kicking her in a hotel setting.
Ventura’s lawyer reacted to the video’s release by describing it as “gut-wrenching” and condemning Combs’ behavior. Ventura, who was in an intermittent relationship with Combs from 2007 to 2018, has been vocal about the alleged abuse she endured during their time together. In response to the public scrutiny, Combs apologized in a video posted on social media, acknowledging his actions as “inexcusable” and expressing remorse for his behavior.
The lawsuit filed by Ventura last year detailed a pattern of coercive abuse that she claimed had been ongoing for more than a decade. The allegations included physical violence, control over her life, substance abuse, and unwanted sexual encounters. Ventura accused Combs of assaulting her, coercing her into carrying a firearm, and subjecting her to sexual exploitation.
Despite the disturbing nature of the video evidence, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office stated that they could not press charges against Combs due to the statute of limitations in California. This limitation restricts the timeframe within which criminal charges can be brought for assault offenses. The office acknowledged the disturbing content of the video and encouraged any victims or witnesses of crimes to come forward and report them.
In addition to Ventura’s lawsuit, Combs has faced multiple civil suits alleging rape and sexual misconduct dating back to the early 1990s. Federal agents have also raided his properties in Los Angeles and Miami in connection to sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and rape allegations. The widespread allegations against Combs have sparked a conversation about accountability and justice in cases of domestic and sexual violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or sexual violence, there are resources available for support and assistance.