Attorney Tony Buzbee is gearing up to file lawsuits against Sean “Diddy” Combs on behalf of 120 alleged victims of sexual abuse. Following the announcement of a hotline to report additional claims, Buzbee received an astonishing 12,000 calls in just 24 hours.
This response underscores the gravity of the situation, as many individuals have come forward with similar allegations against the music mogul, highlighting a pattern of abuse and exploitation, particularly involving minors.
At a recent press conference, Buzbee revealed that the 120 victims span three decades and represent a diverse group, evenly split by gender. Notably, 25 of the accusers were minors at the time of the alleged incidents, with one as young as 9 years old. Many of these children were allegedly promised opportunities in the entertainment industry, only to fall victim to abuse.
Buzbee emphasized the necessity of meticulously reviewing each claim to distinguish actual victims from witnesses, ensuring the evidence is solid before proceeding with any lawsuits.
The legal action against Combs comes in the wake of his arrest by Homeland Security agents on September 16, stemming from serious allegations including sex trafficking. Combs is currently being held without bail and is on suicide watch while awaiting trial.
His arrest followed disturbing incidents, including a public assault on ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and allegations of drugging and sexually assaulting a woman in 1991. These previous events have led to intensified scrutiny of Combs’s past behavior.
Buzbee has indicated that the lawsuits will not only target Combs but may also implicate “many powerful people” who may have facilitated or enabled his alleged misconduct. The attorney aims to reveal the systemic issues within the entertainment industry that allowed such abuses to persist.
He plans to file the lawsuits primarily in New York and Los Angeles over the next month, which could lead to significant revelations about the culture surrounding Combs and his actions.
As this case develops, Buzbee’s firm is committed to holding Combs accountable and exposing the enablers behind his alleged behavior. Combs has pleaded not guilty to federal charges that include racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, and his representatives have yet to comment on the new allegations.
The situation is evolving rapidly, and many are awaiting further updates on what could be a landmark legal battle against a prominent figure in the music industry.