Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Jay-Z and Diddy Dismissed
The Accuser Drops the Case
A woman who accused hip-hop stars Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jay-Z of sexually assaulting her when she was 13 has dropped her civil lawsuit, court records show. The lawsuit, which was filed in December, alleged that Jay-Z and Combs sexually assaulted the girl at a party following the MTV Video Music Awards in September 2000.
Jay-Z Reacts to the Closure of the Case
Jay-Z, whose real name is Shawn Carter, has welcomed the closure of the case, describing it as "frivolous, fictitious, and appalling." In a statement, he said, "This civil suit was without merit and never going anywhere. The fictional tale they created was laughable, if not for the seriousness of the claims. I would not wish this experience on anyone. The trauma that my wife, my children, loved ones, and I have endured can never be dismissed."
The Allegations
The complaint, which was filed in December, alleged that Combs and Carter took turns assaulting the plaintiff as another celebrity stood by and watched. The document stated that many others were present at the after-party, but did nothing to stop the assault. It also alleged that Carter had been with Combs during many such instances described in the complaint, and that both perpetrators must face justice.
Combs’ Criminal Trial
Combs, who is also 55, has been charged with sex trafficking and racketeering. Federal prosecutors allege that he sexually abused women and coerced them into drug-fuelled sex parties using threats and violence. He has denied all charges, and his criminal trial is currently slated to begin on May 5.
FAQs
- Who was the accuser in the sexual assault lawsuit?
The accuser has not been identified. - What are the allegations against Jay-Z and Diddy?
The allegations against Jay-Z and Diddy include sexual assault and rape. - What is the status of the lawsuit?
The lawsuit has been dismissed, with the accuser dropping the case. - What is the status of Diddy’s criminal trial?
Diddy’s criminal trial is currently set to begin on May 5.