What happened when Diddy returned to jail after his verdict? Inmates reportedly applauded him

On July 2, 2025, Sean “Diddy” Combs walked back into the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn following a mixed verdict in his federal sex‑trafficking trial. According to his lead attorney, Marc Agnifilo, fellow inmates gave Combs a standing ovation as he returned to his unit.

“They all said: ‘We never get to see anyone who beats the government,’” Agnifilo told The Associated Press.

Legal outcome and next steps in Diddy's case

The jury in Manhattan federal court found Diddy guilty on only two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution under the federal Mann Act. He was acquitted on the more serious sex -trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges, which would have resulted in a life sentence.

During his hearing on the verdict, Judge Arun Subramanian refused to grant Combs bail, because, according to the rules established at the federal level, some crimes should be punished by imprisonment as there are fears in the community in terms of safety.

Due to this, Combs will stay jail until October 3, 2025, the day he is to be given a sentence. Beginning in late May 2025 and lasting 29 days, the trial included the testimony of 34 witnesses; the former partner of Combs, Casandra Ventura, also known as Cassie Ventura, testified.

Ventura testified that she was forced into sex acts over the years, and the defense claimed that the acts were consensual. There was no testimony given by Combs; and the legal defense decided to only cross-examine witnesses to make the government's version less credible.

In‑Custody reception

The applause inside the detention center lasted only seconds and involved a small group of inmates. Correctional officers did not report any misconduct or formal disturbances in connection with the event. Marc Agnifilo characterized the reaction as a unique moment of morale among incarcerated individuals and a sign of hope.

Diddy faces sentencing guidelines that could impose consecutive prison terms for each prostitution conviction. His defense team is expected to file post‑trial motions and potentially pursue an appeal of the convictions.

Meanwhile, several civil lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct remain pending against Combs in state courts. As Combs continues serving time until October; the applause incident remains a factual footnote, documented by his attorney and reported by news outlets; rather than part of any broader protest or endorsement.

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