Sean “Diddy” Combs Loses Fifth Attempt at Bail — Judge Calls Him a Flight Risk and Danger to Society

New York, August 4, 2025: Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has once again been denied bail as a federal judge ruled he poses a serious flight risk and could be a threat to others if released. This marks the fifth time Combs has asked for bail, and the fifth time the court has said no.

Combs, known for his larger-than-life persona in the music industry, is awaiting sentencing after being found guilty on two charges of transporting individuals for illegal purposes across state lines. These convictions could land him up to 20 years in prison. However, he was cleared of more severe charges like sex trafficking and racketeering, which his lawyers argued should be a reason to allow bail.

Despite offering a $50 million bail package—secured by his Miami property, giving up his passport, and agreeing to strict monitoring—the court remained firm. The judge pointed to Combs’s history of alleged violent incidents and the fear that, if released, he might influence or threaten witnesses connected to the case.

His defense team has been pushing back, stating that continuing to hold Combs without sentencing is a violation of his basic human rights. They argue that since he was acquitted of the gravest charges, detaining him under the presumption of guilt goes against the principle of innocent until proven guilty. They also emphasized that the offered bail conditions would have ensured he stayed within legal boundaries.

But the court wasn’t convinced. The judge stressed that Combs’s financial power and global influence make him a genuine risk for fleeing the country or obstructing justice. “The safety of individuals involved in this case remains our top priority,” the judge said during the latest hearing.

With sentencing scheduled for October 3, 2025, Combs will stay at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. Legal insiders suggest prosecutors might ask for a tougher sentence, pointing to the judge’s consistent concern over Combs’s behavior and influence.