Former Inmate Reveals Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Tough Prison Conditions Amid Charges

 

Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs, currently being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York, is facing grim conditions in prison, according to a former inmate. Diddy, 54, was indicted last month on charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

Former Married at First Sight star Timothy Smith, who served time in a U.S. federal prison, recently shared insights into Diddy's prison life, dismissing any notions that his wealth and status might grant him special privileges. Smith explained that in the federal system, being rich doesn’t provide inmates with extra benefits. "His money and wealth won't get him any advantages," Smith told Daily Mail Australia, drawing from his experience with high-profile prisoners.

According to Smith, inmates in the federal system are limited in what they can access. "You get a few basics, like a tracksuit and sneakers from the commissary, but that's about it. If you try to stockpile, they raid and take everything," he said.

Smith also highlighted that Diddy’s current situation in the prison's management unit means he’s cut off from other inmates and lacks access to luxuries like televisions or radios. "People think there are TVs and radios, but there's nothing where he is—not even a radio. He gets a Bible and one book per week, that’s it," Smith revealed.

Communication with the outside world is also severely restricted. Smith mentioned that prisoners get only 300 minutes per month to use the phone. "After about 10 days of talking for 30 minutes a day, you're done for the rest of the month," he explained.

Despite Diddy's high status, Smith made it clear that he won’t be able to negotiate for better treatment. Even if he were in the general population, his experience wouldn’t be much better. "There are only a few TVs, usually segregated by race, and it doesn’t matter how rich you are in here," Smith added.

Smith painted a bleak picture of Diddy's future, stating that his wealth won’t change his circumstances. "The next time he's on a plane, it’ll be on ConAir with 200 prisoners. He’s not getting out of this one easily."

Diddy’s legal battle is high-stakes, and if convicted, he could face a lengthy sentence. Smith, who has experience with the federal system, offered a sobering perspective: "Once the feds indict you, they’ve made their case. The best advice? Accept where you are. There’s no negotiating your way out of federal charges." He cautioned against fighting the charges, noting that trying to win in court often leads to harsher sentences.

Smith, who was arrested in 2006 for drug trafficking after being caught flying marijuana across the Canada-US border, served a year in prison with additional time due to immigration issues. His experience in the federal system provides a rare glimpse into what life could be like for the music icon behind bars.