Sean "Diddy" Combs, the iconic music mogul now facing serious legal charges, has reportedly refused to eat meals provided to him at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn. His decision has sparked curiosity and raised concerns about his well-being. Sources close to the situation suggest that Diddy's refusal to eat stems from deep fears that his food could be tampered with, possibly poisoned.
Diddy, who has been held at the MDC since his arrest on sex trafficking charges in mid-September, is said to be growing increasingly paranoid. Larry Levine, a former MDC inmate and now a frequent commentator on prison conditions, shared insights into Diddy's mindset during an appearance on NewsNation. According to Levine, Diddy harbors suspicions that someone may try to harm him by contaminating his meals.
"Imagine if someone paid off someone on the inside to poison his food, give him a heart attack, and he dies," Levine said. He added that Diddy's unease might be fueled by the knowledge that many correctional officers at MDC earn modest salaries, making them potential targets for bribery by powerful individuals who may want to harm him. Levine explained further, "He's really, really paranoid. He's really, really scared. He doesn't know who to trust or what to believe."
Diddy's apprehension is compounded by his high-profile status, which makes him an unusual inmate at MDC, a facility notorious for its poor conditions. His concerns over his safety have reportedly led him to refuse meals and rely instead on external consultations, including a visit from a nutritionist. Diddy's legal team is reportedly working to ensure his basic needs are met while he remains incarcerated.
In addition to his fears about food, Diddy is said to be under immense psychological strain. He is currently on suicide watch and has been visited by a mental health professional multiple times a day. The ongoing stress of his legal battles, coupled with the isolation and conditions of confinement, appear to have taken a toll on his mental health. "A shrink is coming to see him several times a day," Levine noted, confirming that Diddy's time in custody has not been easy.
Diddy's refusal to eat is not entirely uncommon in prison environments, particularly among inmates housed in solitary confinement or high-security areas like the one he currently occupies. According to Levine, the meals provided to those in solitary confinement are often of lower quality than those served to the general prison population. "They feed the people in the shoe [solitary confinement] last. The food is bland, it's a lot of carbohydrates. It fills you up but you get sick eating it," Levine explained. He also mentioned that some of the food at MDC has been known to contain mold, which could potentially explain Diddy's reluctance to eat.
The allegations against Diddy are severe, with charges of human trafficking and mistreatment of women leading to his arrest. Throughout his court appearances, the music mogul has maintained his innocence, pleading not guilty to all charges. Despite several attempts by his legal team to secure bail, each request has been denied, leaving him to remain in custody as he awaits trial. Diddy's high-profile status, coupled with the nature of the charges, has led to heightened security measures during his detention, including his placement in a special section of the MDC.
Interestingly, Diddy is not the only high-profile inmate currently housed at MDC. He shares accommodations with Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced cryptocurrency executive facing fraud charges. The area where both men are held is typically reserved for high-profile inmates or those cooperating with law enforcement, raising speculation about their day-to-day interactions. However, there has been no confirmation that the two have communicated or interacted during their time in custody.