Federal Grand Jury Probes Claims of Diddy’s Secret Tapes, Victim Testimonies, and Alleged ‘Freak Offs’

In a rapidly evolving federal case against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, a grand jury in the Southern District of New York has begun hearing testimonies from key witnesses as the U.S. Attorney’s Office advances its case. Witnesses are reportedly presenting evidence that includes alleged footage of high-profile incidents and potential misconduct. Attorney Ariel Mitchell, who represents one of the witnesses, confirmed that her client was summoned to testify this week before the grand jury, describing him as someone with "information and evidence about accusations of sexual abuse and other misconduct by Combs."

Mitchell’s client claims to hold video evidence that potentially implicates Combs in actions involving celebrities. According to a source familiar with the matter, the footage and other records are now part of the government’s mounting discovery material, which has reportedly expanded to include videos, audio files, and text messages extracted from over 60 devices linked to Combs.

The grand jury hearings come amidst an active criminal investigation that has already led to Combs’s September arrest on charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation for prostitution. Since then, Combs has pleaded not guilty to all criminal charges and has consistently denied any wrongdoing. "In court, the truth will prevail: that Mr. Combs never sexually assaulted or trafficked anyone—man or woman, adult or minor," attorneys for Combs said in an earlier statement to CNN.

Prosecutors have indicated that the investigation remains active and that additional charges or defendants could emerge. "The grand jury is always meeting. This is an ongoing investigation," a source familiar with the case told CNN. Another source added, “The grand jury has never stopped,” emphasizing the continuing efforts by federal authorities to uncover further evidence in the case.

Court filings suggest that evidence gathered so far is extensive. In a 49-page filing, prosecutors detailed their discovery of multiple forms of communication between Combs and alleged victims, including content related to his infamous “Freak Offs”—reported events where coercion and abuse allegedly took place. Bank records show payments to individuals identified as victims, bolstering the government’s case against Combs.

The evidence reportedly also contains unredacted personal accounts from individuals claiming victimization. One of these, identified in previous filings as “Victim-1” and represented by attorney Tony Buzbee, includes claims of abuse by Combs spanning several years. This alleged victim filed a $30 million lawsuit against Combs last year, though the matter was reportedly settled shortly afterward. Buzbee has indicated that additional lawsuits may be forthcoming, stating, "We have over 100 more Combs victims soon to come forward with lawsuits of their own."

Combs’s legal team has pushed back, specifically requesting the identities of accusers and witnesses set to testify at trial. Prosecutors opposed the request, arguing in a recent submission that it attempts to prematurely compel the government to reveal its witness list, an unprecedented move in criminal proceedings. “The Victim Gag Motion should be denied as an attempt to backdoor the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure to compel the Government to prematurely disclose its witness list,” wrote the prosecution. Judge Arun Subramanian, presiding over the case, has not yet ruled on this request.

The federal investigation has drawn significant media attention as new accusers and evidence emerge. This week, the court received a sealed letter from the prosecution supplementing an October filing. Details of the letter remain undisclosed, with Judge Subramanian noting that it was accepted ex parte and under seal, underscoring the sensitive nature of the information.

As the grand jury proceedings continue, the scope of allegations against Combs appears to be broadening, potentially implicating others within his professional and social circles. Allegations by some witnesses include claims that Combs’s associates, such as his former bodyguard Faheem Muhammed, played roles in concealing misconduct. Muhammed, who also had ties to the late Michael Jackson, has faced increasing scrutiny by federal investigators as they examine his alleged role in facilitating Combs’s activities.

According to another witness, the videos in evidence may expose a larger blackmail scheme targeting other public figures in Hollywood and the music industry. "This is bigger than Diddy," the witness reportedly told prosecutors, alluding to what he described as potentially incriminating materials involving well-known individuals.

Combs, who remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, faces a trial date set for May 2025. If convicted, he could be sentenced to life in prison. As federal authorities continue gathering testimonies and evidence, the grand jury’s findings are expected to shape the direction of one of the year’s most high-profile cases.