The jury has reached a partial verdict during the second day of deliberations in Sean "Diddy" Combs's criminal trial. The jury has reached a verdict on four of the five counts Diddy faces, but are unable to on the fifth - the racketeering conspiracy charge. The judge has told the jurors to carry on deliberating on the final charge. Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty speaks to the BBC’s New York digital reporter Madeline Halpert about the day in court.Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is on trial in New York, facing federal charges of sex trafficking, racketeering with conspiracy and transportation for prostitution. He denies all the charges.The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any questions about the case? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1.Details of organisations in the UK offering information and support with some of the issues raised are available at bbc.co.uk/actionlinePresenter: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty
Series Producer: Laura Jones
Sound Design: Mark Burrows
Exec Producer: Nik Sindle
Senior Producer: Chrystal Genesis
Senior Digital Producer: Matthew Pintus
Video Producer: Dan Raza
Production Coordinators: Hattie Valentine and Tammy Snow
Editor: Clare Fordham
Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale
Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland
Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller
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5:49
Jury sent out to decide Diddy verdict
The jury have been sent out in the trial after being instructed by the judge to consider each of the charges against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Just an hour into deliberations, the jury sent a note to the judge saying they were concerned one of their fellow jurors could not follow the court's instructions.A few hours later, they sent a second note with a question about drug distribution. The jury went home for the day without a verdict.Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty speaks to the BBC’s New York digital reporter Sakshi Venkatraman about the day in court.Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is on trial in New York, facing federal charges of sex trafficking, racketeering with conspiracy and transportation for prostitution. He denies all the charges.The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any questions about the case? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1.Details of organisations in the UK offering information and support with some of the issues raised are available at bbc.co.uk/actionlinePresenter: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty
Series Producer: Laura Jones
Sound Design: Mark Burrows
Exec Producer: Nik Sindle
Senior Producer: Chrystal Genesis
Senior Digital Producer: Matthew Pintus
Video Producer: Dan Raza
Production Coordinators: Hattie Valentine and Tammy Snow
Editor: Clare Fordham
Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale
Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland
Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller
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6:08
Defence says case against Diddy is ‘badly, badly exaggerated’
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ defence lawyer Marc Agnifilo has told the jury in Diddy’s trial that prosecutors have ‘badly, badly exaggerated’ the case against him.In closing arguments, Agnifilo said there was no way for Diddy to know that Cassie didn’t want to partake in the ‘freak-offs’, citing multiple explicit texts she sent Diddy.Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty speaks to BBC New York correspondent Nada Tawfik about the day in court.Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is on trial in New York, facing federal charges of sex trafficking, racketeering with conspiracy and transportation for prostitution. He denies all the charges.The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any questions about the case? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1.Details of organisations in the UK offering information and support with some of the issues raised are available at bbc.co.uk/actionlinePresenter: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty
Series Producer: Laura Jones
Sound Design: Mark Burrows
Exec Producer: Louise Clarke
Senior Digital Producer: Matthew Pintus
Video Producer: Dan Raza
Production Coordinators: Hattie Valentine and Tammy Snow
Editor: Clare Fordham
Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale
Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland
Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller
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13:55
Prosecutor tells jury it is time for Diddy to face justice
The lawyers for the prosecution have told the jury that Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is the ‘leader of a criminal enterprise’ who used violence and fear in ‘brutal crimes’.At the end of the prosecution’s closing arguments, Assistant US Attorney Christy Slavik said to jurors that it was time to hold Diddy accountable and for him to face justice.On Friday, the defence will present their closing arguments to the jury.Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty speaks to BBC New York correspondent Nada Tawfik about the day in court, plus criminal defence attorney Shaun Kent analyses the cases put forward by both sides in the trial.Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is on trial in New York, facing federal charges of sex trafficking, racketeering with conspiracy and transportation for prostitution. He denies all the charges.The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any questions about the case? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1.Details of organisations in the UK offering information and support with some of the issues raised are available at bbc.co.uk/actionlinePresenter: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty
Series Producer: Laura Jones
Sound Design: Mark Burrows
Senior Digital and Exec Producer: Matthew Pintus
Senior Producer: Chrystal Genesis
Production Coordinator: Hattie Valentine and Tammy Snow
Editor: Clare Fordham
Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale
Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland
Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller
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28:05
Diddy thanks judge and says he won’t testify
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has told the judge that he will not testify in his trial.Diddy thanked Judge Subramanian and said he had made the decision himself not to take the stand. His defence team argued that prosecutors had failed to prove his alleged crimes. They presented and rested their case in under thirty mins.Both the prosecution and defence are expected to make closing arguments towards the end of the week.Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty speaks to BBC New York digital reporter Sakshi Venkatraman about the day in court.Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is on trial in New York, facing federal charges of sex trafficking, racketeering with conspiracy and transportation for prostitution. He denies all the charges.The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any questions about the case? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1.Details of organisations in the UK offering information and support with some of the issues raised are available at bbc.co.uk/actionlinePresenter: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty
Series Producer: Laura Jones
Sound Design: Mark Burrows
Executive Producer: Nik Sindle
Senior Digital Producer: Matthew Pintus
Production Coordinator: Hattie Valentine
Editor: Clare Fordham
Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale
Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland
Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller
Diddy on Trial is the podcast on the ground in New York, covering the high-stakes trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs as he faces federal charges in court. He denies all the charges against him.Hosted by Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty, the series follows every twist and turn of the case, bringing you the latest developments as they happen.
Each episode breaks down the legal arguments, unpacks the conspiracy theories swirling around the case, and answers audience questions with insight from expert guests and BBC correspondents. Whether you're following for the drama, the legal intrigue, or the cultural impact, Diddy on Trial keeps you informed and in the know.