How are victims' advocates and Diddy supporters reacting to the verdict? Details explored

The verdict in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ case is out. On July 2, the jury found him guilty of two counts of transporting for prostitution. However, he was found not guilty of the most serious charges, like sex trafficking and racketeering, in his federal trial.

As per Maurene Comey, Assistant US Attorney, the two charges Combs was found guilty of could lead to up to 20 years in prison. As for now, a virtual hearing has been announced by Judge Subramanian for July 8 to discuss pre-sentencing.

Combs' bail request, made by his lawyer Marc Agnifilo, was also denied by Judge Subramanian. According to the judge, Combs has shown:

"Disregard for the rule of law and a propensity of violence."

According to the Guardian, his supporters played “Diddy Free,” a song by King Combs and Ye. Additionally, Combs’s supporters, standing outside the court, cheered after the verdict was announced by saying:

“Let Puffy go!"

Others continued:

"Not guilty!"

Few were also seen wearing a T-shirt that read:

"Freako is not a Rico."

Combs’s supporters celebrated the result of the verdict with music, cheers, and slogans outside the court. However, others who supported the victims were not happy with the verdict and showed their dissatisfaction.

How did victims' advocates and supporters react to Diddy's verdict?

Cassie Ventura’s lawyer told reporters that Combs is finally being held responsible and added:

"Of course, we would have liked to have seen a conviction on the sex crimes and Rico, but we understand that ‘beyond a reasonable doubt’ is a high standard. We’re just pleased he still faces substantial jail time."

UltraViolet, a women’s rights group that supported sexual assault survivors said in a statement:

"A decisive moment for our justice system, one which threatens to undo the sacrifice of courageous survivors who stepped forward to share their stories in this trial, as well as to all those abused by Diddy who weren’t able to. Today’s verdict is not just a stain on a criminal justice system that for decades has failed to hold accountable abusers like Diddy, it’s also an indictment of a culture in which not believing women and victims of sexual assault remains endemic."

Also Read: Latest update on Sean Combs trial: Denied bail, to remain in custody until sentencing

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