The shocking surveillance video obtained by CNN shows a disturbing altercation between Sean “Diddy” Combs and his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura back in 2016. The footage captures Combs grabbing, shoving, dragging, and kicking Ventura in a now-closed hotel in Century City, Los Angeles.
In the video, Ventura is seen exiting a hotel room and walking towards the elevators when Combs, holding a towel around his waist, aggressively approaches her. He grabs her by the back of the neck, throws her to the floor, and proceeds to kick her while she lies motionless. The video also shows Combs dragging Ventura by her sweatshirt before walking away.
Ventura, who reached an undisclosed settlement with Combs, declined to comment on the video. Her attorney, Douglas H. Wigdor, expressed that the video further confirms Combs’ disturbing behavior.
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office issued a statement expressing their concern over the video, stating that they are unable to charge Combs for the assault due to the timeline of the incident. The Los Angeles Police Department is aware of the video but does not have an open investigation involving Combs.
Since the incident, Combs has faced multiple civil lawsuits accusing him of sexual misconduct and other illegal activities. Authorities searched his homes in California and Florida as part of a federal investigation related to these allegations. Combs has denied all accusations and continues to fight to clear his name amidst the ongoing legal battles.