Diddy’s explosive claims have been swiftly dismantled by CNN’s definitive assertion on disputed surveillance footage involving Cassie.
Diddy accused CNN of doctoring surveillance footage exhibiting him assaulting Cassie, however CNN swiftly shut down his claims as utterly false, a spokesperson confirmed to AllHipHop.com on Thursday (March 13).
“CNN by no means altered the video and didn’t destroy the unique copy of the footage, which was retained by the supply. CNN aired the story concerning the video a number of months earlier than Combs was arrested,” a CNN spokesperson instructed AllHipHop.com.
This newest conflict comes as Sean “Diddy” Combs faces an approaching Could trial date on critical federal expenses, together with intercourse trafficking, racketeering, and transporting people for prostitution.
The controversial surveillance footage, prominently featured by CNN in Could 2024, portrayed a disturbing scene allegedly exhibiting Diddy putting his former girlfriend Cassie repeatedly, dragging her forcefully and kicking and stomping her.
The video pressured Diddy right into a humbling public apology, which prosecutors – and Cassie’s lawyer – say is an amazing act of contrition.
“My conduct on that video is inexcusable,” Diddy mentioned in an apology video which will sink his whole protection. “I take full accountability for my actions in that video. I used to be disgusted then after I did it. I’m disgusted now. I went and I sought out skilled assist. I acquired into going to remedy, going to rehab. I needed to ask God for his mercy and beauty. I’m so sorry.”
Diddy’s authorized crew, headed by legal professional Marc Agnifilo, is trying to dam the video from being offered in courtroom, claiming that CNN deliberately manipulated the footage to magnify the severity of the assault.
CNN’s agency denial suggests Diddy’s protection technique faces steep challenges. Cassie’s legal professional, Douglas Wigdor, additionally dismissed Combs’ claims as determined courtroom maneuvering.
“It’s not shocking Combs would make a disingenuous argument to exclude the disturbing video from being proven to the jury within the upcoming trial,” Wigdor instructed TMZ.
“I’m assured that the video pretty and precisely represents what occurred, might be admitted into proof… (and Combs) might be held accountable for his depravity,” Wigdor mentioned.
The embattled Hip-Hop mogul has pleaded not responsible and vigorously denies all allegations.
