Second Woman Testifies Against Sean 'Diddy' Combs in Ongoing Sex Trafficking Trial

29 May 2025

Sean "Diddy" Combs listens as prosecutor Madison Smizer questions witness "Mia" as she testifies in Combs' sex trafficking trial in New York City, New York, U.S., May 29, 2025 in this courtroom sketch.

In a significant development in the federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs, a second woman, testifying under the pseudonym "Mia," provided harrowing testimony detailing years of alleged abuse during her tenure as Combs' personal assistant from 2009 to 2017. Her statements offer a deeper insight into the prosecution's case, which portrays Combs as orchestrating a pattern of coercion and abuse within his personal and professional circles.

Mia recounted multiple instances of physical and sexual abuse by Combs. She described being thrown against walls, doused with ice buckets, and subjected to sexual assaults, including an incident at Combs' 40th birthday party at the Plaza Hotel and another at his Los Angeles mansion. Mia testified that the abuse began in 2009 or 2010 and continued throughout her employment, leaving her terrified and powerless due to Combs’ intimidating control.

Beyond physical abuse, Mia detailed the psychological manipulation she endured. She was subjected to grueling working conditions, including going five days without sleep and fulfilling all-encompassing personal and professional duties for Combs. Mia testified that she couldn't say "no" to Combs, even for minor requests, fearing retaliation. She also described being forced to clean up after "freak-offs," events where Combs allegedly coerced women into sexual acts.

Mia explained her silence stemmed from fear of retaliation, blacklisting, and disbelief from authorities. She recounted that previous interactions with police were unhelpful, as officers were awed by Combs' celebrity status. Mia also feared that Combs would "ruin her future" if she left or was fired.

The prolonged abuse had a profound impact on Mia's mental health. She testified that working for Combs gave her severe PTSD, leading to her inability to work since leaving his employment. Mia described being triggered by simple questions like "where are you?" due to the trauma she experienced.

Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to charges including sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation for the purpose of prostitution. His defense team acknowledges some violent behavior but denies the systematic abuse and coercion alleged by the prosecution. They argue that all sexual encounters were consensual and have attempted to challenge the credibility of the witnesses.

Mia's testimony is a key component in the prosecution's effort to establish a pattern of coercion and abuse by Combs. The trial, which began on May 5, 2025, is expected to continue for several more weeks, with further testimonies anticipated. If convicted, Combs could face life in prison.