Diddy's Jail Faces 'Interagency Operation' Following Claims Of 'Hell-Like' Living Conditions
By Favour Adegoke on October 28, 2024 at 2:30 PM EDT
Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal jail might be getting some improvement soon. Recent reports have described the detention center in Brooklyn, New York, as "hell-like" while highlighting several problems with the facility.
It appears those complaints were heard, as the facility was recently subjected to an "interagency operation" as part of "intensive efforts to improve conditions."
Sean "Diddy" Combs has been held at the center since September when he was indicted and arrested on racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution charges.
The Operation At Diddy's Jail Is Part Of 'Intensive Efforts To Improve Conditions'
On Monday, investigators from several federal agencies visited the Metropolitan Detention Center where Diddy is being detained ahead of his trial on sex crimes charges.
The "interagency operation" involved the FBOP, the U.S. Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General, and other law enforcement authorities.
A rep who spoke with TMZ shared that the operation was done "to achieve our shared goal of maintaining a safe environment for both our employees and the incarcerated individuals housed at MDC Brooklyn."
They also mentioned that it was part of "intensive efforts to improve conditions" at the facility, although it remains unclear which areas piqued their interest.
The rep added that it was a pre-planned visit but left out whether it was scheduled before or after Diddy's incarceration at the facility.
The operation remains in progress, and more details will be shared once it wraps up.
His Lawyers Have Spoken Up About The Living Conditions At MDC
While complaints about the MDC aren't new, Diddy's detainment at the facility has led to further scrutiny.
The rapper's lawyers had previously mentioned that the MDC had faced rampant violence from inmates and multiple deaths, which could potentially jeopardize his safety.
They were also outspoken about the living conditions, pointing out that the "roughest part" of the Bad Boy Records founder's incarceration had been the food.
Luckily for Diddy, he is being held in a special housing unit at the facility, which has helped guarantee him safety from other inmates who might be looking to settle a score or assault him for clout.
The rapper was brought to the MDC last month after he was arrested on sex crime charges following a grand jury indictment.
Since he began his stay, he has been denied bail twice but recently filed a third motion to a court of appeals to seek his release.
Diddy's Lawyers Ask Judge To Stop Public Statements From The Rapper's Alleged Victims
In addition to Diddy's sex crime charges, he has been hit with a barrage of sexual assault accusations.
The accusations have only increased in recent weeks, with more alleged victims represented by attorney Tony Buzbee.
Altogether, over 100 accusers have banded together to bring legal action against Diddy, and some have already filed.
In response, Diddy's lawyers recently requested that a judge issue a desist order to prevent potential witnesses and their attorneys from making statements that could prejudice Diddy's criminal trial.
"As the Court is aware, Mr. Combs has been the target of an unending stream of allegations by prospective witnesses and their counsel in the press," they said in their motion, per AP News.
They added, "These prospective witnesses and their lawyers have made numerous inflammatory extrajudicial statements aimed at assassinating Mr. Combs's character in the press."
Diddy's Lawyers' Gag Order Request Against Federal Prosecutors Was Rejected
Diddy's attorneys also recently requested a gag order to prevent federal prosecutors from leaking information to the media.
In a filing, they claimed that federal prosecutors gave CNN the video of Diddy assaulting his ex, Cassandra "Cassie" Ventura, to "mortally wound" his reputation and prevent him from "successfully defending himself against" his sex crimes charges.|
"Rather than using the videotape as trial evidence, alongside other evidence that gives it context and meaning, the agents misused it in the most prejudicial and damaging way possible," the court documents read, per Page Six.
During a hearing to address the matter, the judge refused to adopt the order. However, they emphasized that all parties must adhere to existing laws prohibiting information leaking to the press.
Federal prosecutors have also denied leaking the video, claiming they never had it in their possession before it went viral.
The Feds Slammed Leaking Allegations As False
Federal agents have since denied that they played a part in making the footage available to CNN.
In a letter to the judge, they claimed that "The Government was not in possession of the video before its publication by CNN."
"There is thus no colorable factual basis for the defendant's claim that the Government leaked the video to CNN, let alone that it was leaked 'in violation of grand jury secrecy,'" the letter continued.
