New York, August 5, 2025 — Sean “Diddy” Combs will continue to remain in federal custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn following a fifth bail denial ahead of his sentencing on October 3.⁴ ⁵ The $50 million bail package proposed by his legal team—including electronic monitoring, surrender of passports, and house arrest at his Miami mansion—was rejected by U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian, who concluded there are no “exceptional circumstances” justifying release.
Combs, aged 55, was convicted on July 2, 2025, of two counts of transportation for the purpose of prostitution under the federal Mann Act, involving former romantic partners and male escorts. He was acquitted of the more serious charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking by force or coercion. His legal exposure carries a possible maximum of 20 years in prison, although federal prosecutors intend to seek a sentence between three to five years.
Despite an ex-girlfriend, Virginia “Gina” Huynh, writing a letter to the court in support of his release—describing him as changed and not a danger—the judge reaffirmed concerns over Combs’ past violence, ability to influence witnesses, and risks arising from his vast influence and wealth.
In prior bail hearings, judges cited Combs’ propensity for violence, documented hotel surveillance footage involving ex-partner Cassie Ventura, repeated violations of jail communications rules, and ongoing attempts to sway potential jurors through social media organized by his family.
Combs’ legal team maintains his actions were consensual adult relationships and argues the case is unprecedented under the Mann Act. They also assert his detention impairs his ability to prepare a defense for sentencing. Judge Subramanian dismissed these claims, stating no bail conditions—even higher bonds or strict supervision—would mitigate concerns over community safety and obstruction of justice.
As Combs remains locked in MDC Brooklyn, attention now shifts to the October 3 sentencing, where he could face years behind bars despite time already served counting toward any potential sentence.
