Lawyer claims that raids on Diddy’s homes were an ‘excessive’ display of ‘military force’

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ lawyer has spoken out against the federal authorities’ raids on the rapper’s Los Angeles and Miami properties, calling it a “gross use of military-level force.” The searches were part of an ongoing sex trafficking investigation, but Combs’ attorney maintains his innocence and vows to fight to clear his name. Combs was not detained during the raids, and no family members were arrested.

The raids come amidst a wave of lawsuits accusing Combs of sexual abuse, including one from his former protege and girlfriend, R&B singer Cassie, who alleged years of abuse including rape. Another lawsuit from a music producer claimed that Combs coerced him into soliciting prostitutes. Combs and his attorneys have vehemently denied all of these allegations, and no criminal or civil liability has been found. Despite the allegations, Combs remains a prominent figure in the hip-hop industry, having worked with numerous top-tier artists over the past three decades.

Combs’ sons, Justin and Christian “King” Combs, were handcuffed during the raids, adding to the controversy surrounding the investigation. The use of “military-level force” during the searches has raised concerns about the treatment of Combs, his family, and employees. Combs’ attorney decried the “premature rush to judgment” and labeled the investigation as a “witch hunt” based on meritless accusations from civil lawsuits. The criminal investigation represents a major escalation in the scrutiny of Combs, who has faced legal challenges in recent months.

The allegations against Combs have not been proven in court, and he continues to maintain his innocence in the face of these accusations. The investigation is ongoing, and it is not clear if the searches are directly related to the claims made in the lawsuits. Combs, who was formerly known as Puff Daddy, has had a significant impact on the hip-hop industry as a producer and executive. He founded Bad Boy Records and has collaborated with a wide range of artists, winning three Grammy awards over his career. Despite the legal challenges, Combs remains a influential figure in the music industry.