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In the latest controversy surrounding music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, his representatives have forcefully denied that he consumed homemade alcohol behind bars and insisted that he has not violated any prison rules. The statements come in response to recent reports claiming Diddy was caught drinking a fermented mixture at his federal facility.
Diddy is currently serving a 50-month sentence at the Federal Correctional Institution, Fort Dix (FCI Fort Dix) in New Jersey after being convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He was transferred there after more than a year at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.
The controversy began when tabloid-site outlets reported that Diddy had been discovered with a concoction made of soda, sugar and apples, a homemade brew sometimes nicknamed “pruno” in correctional settings. The claim included alleged internal discussions about relocating him to another unit as a consequence of the purported violation.
In response, Diddy’s spokesperson issued a statement calling the reports “false” and “reckless,” emphasising his commitment to sobriety, self-discipline and adherence to the rules of his facility. The official said the mogul was focusing on “becoming the best version of himself and returning to his family.”
According to the defence team’s statement, “There have been several false and reckless reports circulating about Mr. Combs. He has not violated any prison rules. His sobriety and self-discipline are priorities, and he Is taking them seriously.” They further added that he is in his “first week” at Fort Dix and warned that “as with any high-profile individual in a new environment, there will be many rumours and exaggerated stories throughout his time there.”
The allegations carry potentially serious implications. Under federal prison regulations, the introduction or manufacture of alcohol constitutes a “Greatest Severity Prohibited Act,” which can result in loss of good conduct time, disciplinary segregation and other sanctions. However, no official disciplinary action appears to have been publicly documented at this stage.
For now, Diddy remains at Fort Dix, adhering to the standard protocols of incarceration while his legal team and representatives continue to challenge the accuracy of the reports. As of now, there is no confirmation from prison officials that any rule violation has been logged or that he has faced any internal disciplinary proceedings.