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The testimonies were further complemented by accounts from male escorts who participated in these sessions. One escort attested that he had witnessed Diddy brutally assault Cassie and then attempted to bribe hotel security to suppress evidence of the abuse. The prosecution has portrayed Diddy as a controlling figure who operated his illicit activities with calculated intent, using threats, drugs, and manipulation to maintain power over his victims.
While the defense attorney paraded admissions of Diddy's violent behavior, they argued that such acts did not equate to sex trafficking. This legal defense leans on the notion of consent, which could significantly sway the jury, especially since Cassie's own texts indicated a willingness to participate in the environments Diddy orchestrated.