Sean “Diddy” Combs, the music mogul, is facing serious legal trouble after being arrested in New York on Sept. 16. According to a federal indictment unsealed on Sept. 17, Combs has been charged with racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

The indictment alleges that for decades, Diddy abused, coerced, and threatened women and others around him to protect his reputation and fulfill his desires. The indictment further claims that Combs used his business empire to create a criminal enterprise that engaged in sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, bribery, and other serious crimes.

Combs, who appeared in a New York courtroom on Sept. 17, pleaded not guilty through his attorney, Marc Agnifilo. “He’s going to fight this with all of his energy and looks forward to clearing his name,” Agnifilo told reporters.

In connection with the case, federal agents executed search warrants at Combs’ Los Angeles and Miami properties earlier this year. During the searches, authorities seized phones, firearms, and interviewed several individuals about allegations of sex trafficking and drug-related activities linked to Combs. One of Combs’ associates, Brendan Paul, was arrested on suspicion of drug possession.

Combs has denied the allegations and, in a December statement, called the accusations a “witch hunt” based on meritless claims. His legal team criticized the excessive force used during the searches and stated that Combs has cooperated fully with authorities.

Combs remains free after his arrest but will face trial as the case proceeds. His lawyer urged the public to withhold judgment until all the facts are revealed.