Diddy prosecutors drop charges before trial ends

Prosecutors in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial decided not to pursue several charges, including attempted kidnapping and arson, just days before closing arguments. They indicated that the streamlined approach was to simplify jury instructions.

Combs’ defense concluded its case after six weeks of testimonies, emphasizing inconsistent statements from witnesses. Attorney Alexandra Shapiro claimed "there is no evidence any of them believed he was sex trafficking."

The prosecution alleged that Combs operated a criminal enterprise while witnesses testified about drug procurement and sexual encounters. Closing arguments are set to begin soon, with jury deliberations expected shortly thereafter.