Officials from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) conducted a raid on Monday at the Los Angeles residence of rap mogul Sean Combs, according to a law enforcement source confirmed by Rolling Stone. The raid comes as part of an ongoing investigation, which was initiated four months ago after Combs’ ex-girlfriend, singer Cassie, accused him of sex trafficking.
Helicopters and agents were observed swarming Combs’ Holmby Hills mansion, with reports indicating that officials were also present at his Miami residence. Images from the scene depicted individuals in handcuffs outside the house. A spokesperson from Homeland Security Investigations stated, “Earlier today, HSI New York executed law enforcement actions as part of an ongoing investigation, with assistance from HSI Los Angeles, HSI Miami, and our local law enforcement partners. We will provide further information as it becomes available.”
Cassie’s complaint, filed on November 16, alleged that Combs subjected her to severe beatings, sex trafficking, and rape. The 35-page filing detailed instances of physical abuse, drug-fueled intercourse with male sex workers, and Combs’ organization of events referred to as “freak offs.” Combs’ lawyer dismissed the lawsuit as a baseless attempt to extort money, and a private settlement was reached between Combs and Cassie the following day.
Subsequently, two more women came forward on Thanksgiving Day, accusing Combs of similar acts of sexual misconduct. One accuser claimed that Combs drugged and sexually assaulted her in 1991, while the other alleged that Combs and singer-songwriter Aaron Hall raped her and a friend in 1990. Combs’ spokesperson vehemently denied these allegations, labeling them as fabricated claims and money grabs.
In December, a fourth accuser accused Combs’ former associate Harve Pierre and another individual of gang rape at Combs’ New York recording studio in 2003 when she was 17 years old. In February, music producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones filed a lawsuit against Combs, alleging sexual assault, harassment, and non-payment for work on The Love Album, which received a Grammy nomination. Combs has consistently denied any wrongdoing in each case.
As a result of these allegations, Combs stepped down from his position as chairman of Revolt TV media company, and several companies severed ties with his e-commerce platform. In January, liquor giant Diageo reached a private settlement with Combs, resulting in his disassociation from the tequila brand DeLeón and Cîroc vodka.
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