Direct power was also used by Diddy against his victims during the Freak Offs. The physical violence was described in the indictment in which he “struck, kicked, threw objects, and dragged the victims, sometimes, by their hair.” Along with the financial and emotional manipulations victims expressed, they reported feeling like they couldn’t safely say no to Combs.
Some manipulation and suspicion is said to follow the events so that the victims cannot speak. Diddy is accused of using footage of his Freak Offs to silence victims, threatening to release videos of victims in sexual situations. More personal control was imposed on victims, with their positions tracked, medical records kept, and clothing dictated.
Diddy is also accused of moving prostitutes across state and national borders because of his Freak Offs. Both male and female prostitutes are employed at these events, their activities directed by Combs. The transportation of these prostitutes between states and nations can have a major impact on her legal case.