• Sean "Diddy" Combs' defense argues that videos dubbed "freak offs" show consensual acts, countering serious sex trafficking allegations.
• Combs claims that the narrative perpetuated by prosecutors is rooted in "sexist and puritanical" views of female agency.
• The legal team's filing insists there are no signs of coercion or abuse depicted in the videos.

In the ongoing legal battle surrounding Sean “Diddy” Combs, his defense team has submitted formal requests to review video recordings considered crucial evidence in his sex trafficking case. They assert that these tapes, referred to as “freak offs,” unequivocally depict consensual sexual activity between adults in a long-term relationship and, therefore, confirm Combs' innocence. According to filings, the nine recordings are described as "private sexual activity between fully consenting adults" and stand in stark contrast to the prosecution's portrayal of coercion and abuse ("The Guardian").

The narrative surrounding the “freak offs” has gained traction following a civil lawsuit from Combs' ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. Accusations surfaced that during their relationship from 2007 to 2018, Combs forced her to engage with male sex workers under duress, framing these encounters as elaborate, organized sex parties. Prosecutors allege Combs drugged participants and used intimidation to control them. However, Combs’ attorneys argue that the tapes do not support these allegations, claiming, "There are no secret cameras, no orgies, no other celebrities involved, no underground tunnels, no minors, and not so much as a hint of coercion or violence" (ABC News).

In their recent filings, the defense expresses concern over the renewed scrutiny of consensual adult relationships following these allegations, asserting that the prosecution’s stance is rooted in outdated notions about female victimhood and agency. They describe the legal proceedings as “sexist and puritanical,” suggesting that the government advocates for the policing of what it deems acceptable sexual conduct (HuffPost).

As legal preparations intensify ahead of the trial set for May 5, Combs remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. His attorneys continue to demand access to electronic copies of the videos for thorough examination and to prepare their defense strategy effectively (Forbes). Throughout this process, Combs has consistently denied all allegations against him and maintains that he has always acted within the confines of the law.

For more detailed information on this case, visit the original articles from [The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/music/2025/jan/14/sean-combs-diddy-peacock-documentary), [ABC News](https://abcnews.go.com/US/diddy-freak-off-videos-prove-innocence-defense-claims/story?id=117667549), [HuffPost](https://www.huffpost.com/entry/diddys-legal-team-freak-off-videos-consenting-adults-coercion-violence_n_6786fd66e4b009ff25909e70), and others.