Tag: Court

Sean “Diddy” Combs Sex Trafficking Case Heard Opening Statements Today

Sean “Diddy” Combs Sex Trafficking Case Heard Opening Statements Today

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex-trafficking trial heard opening arguments and witness testimonies today, May 12, in Manhattan.  Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to one count of racketeering conspiracy, two counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion, and two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, the New York Post reported. If convicted, […]

South Carolina Inmate Set to Be Executed by Firing Squad

South Carolina Inmate Set to Be Executed by Firing Squad

South Carolina is preparing to execute Brad Sigmon, convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend’s parents, by firing squad on Friday evening, the New York Times reported.  According to the state’s execution methods, three volunteer corrections staff members will point rifles at Sigmon’s chest as he is strapped to a chair with a hood over his head. […]

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