Pop singer Dawn Richard, formerly of Danity Kane, told a Manhattan federal jury she witnessed Sean “Diddy” Combs repeatedly beating his then-girlfriend Casandra Ventura. Richard said she feared for her life after Combs warned her to keep silent, referencing people who “go missing.” Her testimony came during Combs’ sex trafficking and racketeering trial, where he faces five felony charges and potential life imprisonment.
During sharp cross-examination, Richard admitted inconsistencies in her account, including varying reports about a 2009 incident where Combs allegedly threw a pan at Ventura. Defense lawyer Nicole Westmoreland highlighted contradictions between Richard’s testimony and prior interviews with prosecutors.
Ventura, Combs’ former partner and star prosecution witness, described years of abuse and drug-fueled sex parties called “Freak Offs,” including an alleged 2018 rape. Combs’ defense challenged Ventura’s claims with texts suggesting consensual encounters.
Richard also filed a civil suit against Combs alleging assault and inhumane working conditions. The high-profile trial continues to captivate media attention due to Combs’ music industry legacy and the gravity of the allegations.
Source: Swifteradio.com
