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Diddy’s Trial Begins with Defense Claiming Jealousy, Not Crime, Drives Case

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By Web Desk Published May 12, 2025 3 Min Read
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The trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs commenced on May 12, 2025, with opening statements following a week-long jury selection, as reported by Inner City Press. Diddy’s defence, led by attorney Teny Geragos, framed the case as driven by “love, jealousy, and money,” dismissing racketeering and sex trafficking charges as media sensationalism.

The prosecution, led by Emily A. Johnson, countered with allegations of over 20 years of criminal activity, including abuse and coercion, setting the stage for an eight-week legal battle.

Defense’s Jealousy Narrative

Geragos argued, “This case is about love, jealousy, and money,” admitting Diddy’s flaws like jealousy and anger but denying criminal intent. She referenced his relationships with Kim Porter and Cassie Ventura, acknowledging a 2016 hotel video showing Diddy’s violence toward Cassie but framing it as part of a “toxic, love-fueled relationship,” not sex trafficking.

Diddy made male escort perform this disgusting act on Cassie, prosecutors say as bombshell sex trafficking trial opens https://t.co/TZpirbp3VH pic.twitter.com/tO4THoTdku

— New York Post (@nypost) May 12, 2025

Geragos urged jurors to consider witness testimonies and look beyond media hype, a sentiment also shared by social media users defending Diddy’s character.

Prosecution’s Case

Johnson outlined a decades-long pattern of alleged crimes, asserting Diddy relied on employees and bodyguards to facilitate and conceal offences, including repeated physical abuse of Cassie. She cited an instance where Diddy allegedly reacted violently to Cassie’s affair, framing it as part of a broader coercive network.

The prosecution’s focus on systemic misconduct contrasts sharply with the defence’s emotional narrative. Cassie’s upcoming testimony is expected to be pivotal.

Diddy’s fam pulled up to court in full force Monday — locked in, loyal, and leaving no doubt they’re riding with him as his criminal trial gets underway.

See more: https://t.co/3fpPBYVWLg pic.twitter.com/rpMOnjOOao

— TMZ (@TMZ) May 12, 2025

The trial, projected to last eight weeks, will feature detailed witness testimonies, with Cassie’s account central to the prosecution’s case on abuse and coercion. If convicted on charges of racketeering, sex trafficking, and related counts, Diddy faces up to life imprisonment. The high-profile case, drawing comparisons to other celebrity trials on social media, underscores power dynamics and accountability issues, with both sides preparing robust evidence presentations.

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