NEWS OF THE WEEK: Judge dismisses five charges against Sean 'Diddy' Combs
A judge has dismissed five charges against Sean 'Diddy' Combs in a $30 million sexual assault lawsuit. The accusations from former producer Rodney 'Lil Rod' Jones alleged racketeering, infliction of emotional distress and sexual assault, among other allegations. In an order filed earlier today and reviewed by Variety, Judge J Paul Oetken granted and denied parts of Combs' motion to dismiss the case. The judge dismissed the charges of racketeering; negligent and intentional infliction of emotional distress; breach of contract; and a Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) claim.
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