June 5, 2025: In the ongoing federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, Bryana “Bana” Bongolan, a former graphic designer and friend of Combs’ ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, provided compelling testimony on June 3, 2025.
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Bongolan recounted a harrowing incident from September 2016, where Combs allegedly dangled her over a 17th-floor balcony in Los Angeles while shouting profanities. She described the experience as terrifying, leading to lasting trauma, including night terrors and paranoia. Photographs of her injuries, including a neck brace and significant bruising, were presented to the jury.
Bongolan’s testimony aligns with previous allegations made by Cassie Ventura, who has accused Combs of prolonged abuse and coercion. Ventura’s claims include being forced into drug-fueled sex events and enduring physical violence. Bongolan also described witnessing acts of domestic violence, such as Combs throwing a knife at Ventura, narrowly missing her. Despite a history of drug use, Bongolan denied being under the influence during the alleged incidents.
Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to charges including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. Prosecutors allege that over two decades, Combs used his business empire to exploit and abuse women, often coercing them into participation through threats and violence. If convicted, Combs faces a potential sentence of 15 years to life in prison.
The trial is expected to continue with further testimonies, including that of a key witness using the pseudonym “Jane,” who alleges similar abuse and coercion by Combs. The proceedings have garnered significant media attention, highlighting ongoing concerns about abuse and exploitation within the entertainment industry.