Sean Combs was convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution while acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking charges. The trial revealed accusations of Combs leading a criminal enterprise that exploited his music and business power. The prosecution detailed instances of violence and manipulation towards victims. Defense attorney Marc Agnifilo suggested the trial was a 'money grab' while admitting Combs has a temper. He characterized Combs's relationship with ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura as a 'great modern love story' and pushed back against various allegations against his client.
Assistant US Attorney Christy Slavik highlighted during the trial that Sean Combs controlled his victims through violence and manipulation. She stated, 'Up until today, the defendant was able to get away with these crimes because of his money, his power, his influence. That stops now.'
The defense characterized the trial against Sean Combs as a 'money grab' while acknowledging Combs's temper. Attorney Marc Agnifilo stated, 'He has a temper' but insisted the allegations were exaggerated.
Agnifilo conceded that Combs hit his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, describing their relationship as a 'great modern love story.' He dismissed kidnapping allegations and called claims that Combs burned Kid Cudi's car 'nonsense.'
Agnifilo described Combs as a 'drug addict' but insisted that none of his drug use was related to his business ventures, arguing against the allegations involving drug distribution.
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