Diddy Paid $100,000 for Assault Video: Security Guard's Shocking Testimony

Diddy Trial Update: Security Guard Testifies to $100,000 Payment for Assault Footage New York City – The trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs took another dramatic turn today with testimony from Eddie Garcia, a former security guard at the InterContinental Hotel. Garcia revealed under oath that he was paid $100,000 in cash by Combs to secure footage of an assault involving Cassie Ventura. "He talked about being paid $100,000 in cash by Sean Combs," reported Gina Barton, a USA TODAY reporter present at the courthouse. The payment, Garcia testified, was made to ensure he provided Combs with a copy of the video and that it remained the only copy. The video, according to Garcia's testimony, showed Ventura being beaten in a hotel hallway. The revelation adds a significant layer to the ongoing legal proceedings. Garcia also testified that he received a phone call and a personal visit from Kristina Khorram, Combs' chief of staff at the time, further emphasizing Combs' desire to obtain and control the footage. The trial continues.