Former Partner Supports Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Release on Bail, Citing Non-Violent Behavior

A key witness in the criminal case against Sean “Diddy” Combs, who initially went by the pseudonym “Victim-3,” has penned a letter to the judge advocating for Combs’ release on bail prior to sentencing. The witness, identified as Virginia Huynh, previously was part of the prosecution’s case against Combs but disappeared before the trial commenced, with her whereabouts unknown.

In the letter, Huynh states that she believes Combs poses no threat to the community and is a devoted family man who has remained nonviolent for several years. The document was submitted as an exhibit in Combs’ latest filing, which responds to the prosecution’s opposition to granting bail ahead of sentencing, scheduled for October 3.

Combs was found guilty by a jury last month on two counts of promoting prostitution but was acquitted of more serious charges that could have resulted in lengthy or even lifetime imprisonment: racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking.

In the letter, Huynh recounts her personal and professional relationship with Combs, acknowledging it wasn’t always perfect but asserting he was willing to acknowledge his mistakes and strive for better decisions moving forward. She describes a notable change in his behavior since their relationship ended, characterizing him as someone who exuded love, patience, and gentleness that markedly differed from his past actions.

Requests for comment have been made to both Huynh and the US District Court for the Southern District of New York.

The defense has requested the court to release Combs on a $50 million bond, arguing he does not pose a risk to the community or a flight risk. Last week, they also submitted a motion seeking either an acquittal or a new trial, contending that Combs was unfairly prosecuted under the Mann Act and deeming his conviction unconstitutional.

“This conviction stands alone, but it should not stand at all,” wrote Alexandra Shapiro, Combs’ attorney, in a 62-page memorandum. Other witnesses in the case have previously written letters to the judge, urging him to keep Combs imprisoned, citing fears for their safety if he were released prior to sentencing.

It is worth noting that Combs was physically violent on numerous occasions with star witness Cassie Ventura, and graphic evidence of her assaults was presented during the trial, including 2016 hotel surveillance footage of Combs beating Ventura, which was initially released by CNN. In his initial bail decision following the verdict, the judge cited Combs’ pattern of violence in relationships as a reason for denying bail immediately after the verdict.