P Diddy’s trial to begin as star accused of ‘racketeering and sex trafficking’
P Diddy’s trial is will begin on 5 May after he was arrested last September – he faces charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force and transportation to engage in prostitution17:14, 02 May 2025Updated 17:14, 02 May 2025Sean Combs, also known as P Diddy, will take his seat in a Manhattan federal court next week.The 55-year-old is accused of masterminding a violent sex trafficking ring. After rejecting an 11th plea deal offer from prosecutors, the disgraced music mogul believes the jury due for selection on Monday will clear him of the devastating accusations against him.The 12 men and women are set to hear evidence that could put him away for life, including allegations he drugged and abused victims during drug-fuelled sex parties dubbed “freak offs”.The I’ll Be Missing You hitmaker is accused of a number of charges, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion and transportation to engage in prostitution.P Diddy was arrested in New York City last September(Image: More