Janice Smalls Combs, mother of rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs, has come to her son’s defense amid ongoing legal issues, asserting that he is not the “monster” some portray him to be.

“My son is not the monster they have painted him to be, and he deserves the chance to tell his side. I can only pray I am alive to see him speak his truth and be vindicated,” Janice expressed.

In a statement released through her legal representative, Janice conveyed her devastation regarding the charges her son faces, which include 𝑠e𝑥 trafficking and racketeering.

“It is heartbreaking to witness the world mock and ridicule my son’s life as it seemingly disintegrates before our eyes. Watching the swift and easy way the world has turned against him based on lies and misconceptions, without hearing his side, is agonizing,” Janice detailed.

Speaking from a mother’s perspective, she said, “It is unbearable to see my son judged not by the truth but by a narrative built on lies. Witnessing what feels like a public lynching of my son before he has even had a chance to prove his innocence is a pain that is difficult to articulate.”

Despite acknowledging her son’s wrongdoings, Janice emphasized that these mistakes should not overshadow his character.

“I do not aim to present my son as infallible, as he has made mistakes, like all of us. Sometimes, truth and falsehood become so interwoven that it’s frightening to admit one aspect of the story, especially when that truth diverges from the norm or is too complex to be believed. It is crucial to acknowledge that none of us, no matter our status, are exempt from fear or error,” she stated.

“The failure to be completely transparent about a singular issue does not equate to my son’s guilt regarding these severe allegations. Many individuals wrongfully convicted and later exonerated lost their liberty, not because they committed the offenses they were accused of, but because they didn’t fit the societal mold of what is considered a ‘good person.’”

She voiced concern that purported “false accusations” could undermine the credibility of genuine victims of 𝑠e𝑥ual violence.

“False accusations of 𝑠e𝑥ual assault hinder true victims of 𝑠e𝑥ual violence from obtaining the justice they deserve,” she remarked.

As the situation continues to unfold, Janice expressed her frustration: “This injustice has been unbearable for our family. The most painful aspect of this ordeal is witnessing my son’s dignity stripped away, not for his actions but for what others choose to believe about him. I urge his supporters, fans, colleagues, and the public, to refrain from judgment until you have heard his side.”

Federal charges against Diddy gained attention following allegations from his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura concerning assault and 𝑠e𝑥 trafficking last year.

Diddy has denied the accusations, settling with Ventura for an undisclosed sum. However, months later, disturbing hotel surveillance footage surfaced, leading to Diddy apologizing for his behavior.

At a recent press conference, attorney Tony Buzbee announced representation of 120 individuals alleging misconduct by Combs, claiming over 3,000 people approached his office with accusations. This complex legal situation has resulted in further challenges for Diddy, who is currently detained at the Metropolitan Detention Centre in Brooklyn.

“The fabrications directed at him are driven by those seeking financial gain rather than justice,” Janice asserted. “These individuals witnessed how swiftly my son’s legal team resolved his ex-girlfriend’s lawsuit and now believe they can similarly achieve a quick payday by falsely accusing him.”