New York City, July 1, 2025 — After more than 12 hours of deliberation, the jury in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial has delivered a partial verdict, finding Diddy guilty or not guilty on four of the five charges—while remaining deadlocked on the crucial racketeering conspiracy count.

What the Jury Decided

• The jury reached verdicts on two counts of sex trafficking and two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.
• However, on the racketeering conspiracy charge—accusing Combs of running a criminal enterprise for over two decades—they were unable to reach a unanimous decision, citing “jurors with unpersuadable opinions on both sides.”

Next Steps in Deliberations

Both the prosecution and defense requested that the jury continue deliberations, and Judge Arun Subramanian complied. The jury is scheduled to resume at 9 a.m. EDT Wednesday, with supplemental instructions likely.

Inside the Jury Room

Tensions ran high during deliberations. Jurors requested transcripts of key testimony, including from witnesses Cassie Ventura and dancer Daniel Phillip, specifically about events at luxury hotels and Cannes. They also raised concerns about a fellow juror’s ability to follow instructions—a 51-year-old identified only by seat number—prompting a judicial reminder on juror obligations.

The Charges Explained

• Racketeering conspiracy is the most serious charge, carrying a potential life sentence if Diddy is convicted.
• The sex trafficking and transportation counts each carry up to 20 years in prison.

Why This Is Crucial

Legal experts note that reaching verdicts on the straightforward charges—while wrestling with the complex racketeering count—suggests the jury is carefully weighing the most serious allegations. A hung jury on racketeering could result in a mistrial on that count, while convictions on the other counts still carry significant penalties.

The Stakes

If found guilty on all counts, Diddy, 55, could face life behind bars. The trial featured more than 30 witnesses over six weeks, including detailed and emotional testimony from Cassie Ventura and another ex-girlfriend known as “Jane”. Diddy has consistently pleaded not guilty, maintaining that all encounters were consensual.