Diddy Asks Judge For Mistrial If Juror is Dismissed, Accuses Prosecution of Racial Bias

The ongoing legal battle between Diddy and the prosecutors in his case has taken a new turn, with the rapper accusing the prosecution of attempting to dismiss a Black juror. In a bold move, Diddy’s legal team has threatened to seek a mistrial if the judge allows the dismissal to proceed.

The drama unfolded when Diddy’s legal team filed a letter to Judge Arun Subramanian, alleging that the prosecution’s efforts to remove a juror based on inconsistent answers during voir dire were racially motivated. The team argued that the prosecution was using flimsy justifications to exclude a Black juror from the panel.

According to Diddy’s team, the juror’s residency discrepancies during voir dire should not disqualify them from serving on the jury. They pointed to Judge Subramanian’s own comments, where he acknowledged that the issue at hand was unrelated to the juror’s ability to serve effectively.

Despite this, the judge reportedly signaled his intention to dismiss the juror without further inquiry, prompting Diddy’s team to cry foul. They contended that by dismissing a juror of color, the prosecution was setting a dangerous precedent that could deter people of color from participating in future jury service.

In addition to challenging the juror dismissal, Diddy’s team raised concerns about alleged abuses by law enforcement during the investigation into the rapper. They claimed that excessive force was used during raids on Diddy’s properties and that investigators leaked false and prejudicial information to the public.

This latest demand for a mistrial marks the third time Diddy has made such a request in the case. The arguments put forth by his attorney, Xavier Donaldson, echo the sentiments expressed in court on Friday. Reports indicate that the jury panel consists of four white jurors and eight non-white jurors, with five of them being Black.

As the judge considers the defense’s arguments over the weekend, the fate of the juror in question hangs in the balance. The outcome of this legal showdown could have far-reaching implications for the diversity and fairness of the jury system. Stay tuned for further updates as this high-profile case continues to unfold.