Extra witnesses will take the stand within the coming weeks, together with Aubrey O’Day and Daybreak Richard, two of Combs’ former artists.
Earlier than Ventura’s emotional dayslong testimony, jurors heard from Israel Florez, a former safety guard on the InterContinental Resort, who spoke in regards to the aftermath of the assault. Daniel Phillip, a 41-year-old male escort who claimed to have had sexual encounters with each Ventura and Combs, then testified in graphic element about Combs’ alleged sexual practices.
On Thursday, Combs’ authorized staff started cross-examining Ventura, specializing in her complicated relationship with the defendant and their alleged marathon intercourse periods.
The protection has admitted to Combs’ violent outbursts, however maintains that prosecutors are mischaracterizing his consensual relationships and sexual encounters as felony acts. The prosecution, nonetheless, has argued that Combs exploited his energy, wealth and superstar standing to systematically abuse girls, and commit a sample of violent and coercive acts.
A number of members of Combs’ household — together with his mom, grownup sons and younger daughters — have attended the trial, as has Ventura’s husband, Alex Wonderful.
To this point, the proceedings have been dominated by emotional testimony and graphic accusations, setting the tone for a way this high-stakes authorized battle will play out within the coming weeks. Beneath are 9 key takeaways from the primary week.
