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AP The Associated Press: Sean “Diddy” Combs was convicted of a prostitution-related charge but found not guilty of sex trafficking and racketeering. While he avoids a life sentence, he still faces up to 10 years in prison, and the verdict is likely to mark the end of his career in music, fashion, and television.
A unanimous jury found Sean “Diddy” Combs guilty of violating the federal Mann Act by transporting people, including girlfriends and paid male sex workers, across state lines for sexual activity—a felony that could lead to up to 10 years in prison.
However, he was acquitted of the more serious racketeering and sex trafficking charges, which had alleged he used money, power, and intimidation to force women into drug-fueled group sex acts.
Combs showed mixed emotion in court—holding his hands in prayer, hugging his attorney, and subtly pumping his fist after the verdict, seemingly relieved to avoid a life sentence.
