Sean “Diddy” Combs, one of the most well-known figures in the music industry, will remain in federal custody after his bail appeal was denied on September 18. This came a day after he pleaded not guilty to multiple serious charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering.

Combs’ legal team had pushed for bail, claiming that the conditions in the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, where he is being held, were extremely poor. His lawyers described the living conditions as “horrific,” but the judge rejected their appeal. The court pointed to the seriousness of Combs’ charges and the prosecutors’ claims that he had tried to tamper with witnesses.

The charges against Combs are very serious. He has been indicted on three criminal counts, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation for prostitution. These alleged acts are said to have occurred between 2009 and 2018 in the case of sex trafficking, and from 2009 until 2024 for prostitution.

The indictment accuses Combs of using his power and influence to manipulate and harm women. Prosecutors say he created a criminal organization that engaged in illegal acts like forced labor, bribery, and even kidnapping to protect his reputation and cover up his actions. Combs allegedly used his music empire to run this criminal enterprise, and some of his employees are accused of helping him.

Among the accusations, the indictment claims Combs forced women into extended sexual acts with male sex workers in events he called “Freak Offs.” He and his associates also reportedly transported sex workers across state lines, which is part of the reason for the sex trafficking charges. Prosecutors also allege that Combs and his team drugged women to keep them “obedient and compliant.”

Combs was arrested in Manhattan on Monday night, with the charges being revealed the next day. Despite the serious accusations, Combs’ lawyer Marc Agnifilo insists that his client is innocent. Agnifilo said that Combs had already moved to New York in preparation for the charges and that he has “nothing to hide.”

As the case moves forward, it remains to be seen how these charges will affect Combs’ future, both personally and professionally.