Music tycoon and hip-hop artist Sean “Diddy” Combs has slammed the federal authorities, alleging he’s the target of a “witch hunt” after agents raided his residences and apprehended his sons.

Federal agents conducted simultaneous raids on Monday at Combs’ properties in Miami and Los Angeles as part of an investigation into sex trafficking allegations.

Homeland Security Investigations led the operations, executing search warrants at Combs’ Holmby Hills mansion in Los Angeles and his Miami residence on Star Island.

Accusations have surfaced, alleging Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting young women. In a statement on Monday, Homeland Security Investigations New York indicated that the raids were part of an ongoing inquiry, with collaborative efforts from HSI Los Angeles, HSI Miami, and local law enforcement.

Responding to the raids, Aaron Dyer, Combs’ attorney, criticized the use of excessive force and mistreatment of Combs’ family and employees. Dyer emphasized that Combs cooperated with authorities and wasn’t detained, dispelling media speculation about arrests or travel restrictions.

However, Combs’ sons, Justin and King Combs, were reportedly handcuffed during the events on Monday.

As the federal operation unfolded, Combs’ black Gulfstream 5 jet landed in Antigua, according to reports from TMZ, coinciding with the raids on his Miami and Los Angeles properties.

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JUST IN: I obtained new video from Monday’s Homeland Security raid at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ home in L.A. One of his sons can be seen in handcuffs as federal agents use a loud speaker to say “come out with your hands up”. #Diddy #LosAngeles pic.twitter.com/aNRPsQIZE3

— Matthew Seedorff (@MattSeedorff) March 26, 2024