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Diddy Combs Hospitalised After Head Injury at New Jersey Prison
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was taken from the Federal Correctional Institution at Fort Dix in New Jersey for emergency medical treatment after sustaining a head injury, reports say. TMZ first reported the incident on Monday, 12 October, noting that the 56‑year‑old music mogul was removed from the facility early Saturday morning. The injury was described as non‑life‑threatening, and Combs was reportedly conscious and able to speak when transported. The circumstances of the injury remain unclear, and it has not been confirmed how he sustained it or whether it was the result of a fall or another incident inside the prison.
Combs’ representative said they were aware of the reports and were working to establish what had happened. "Sean’s health and well‑being are our immediate concern," the representative said, adding that they appreciated those who had reached out. A spokesperson for the prison did not provide further details.
It is unknown how long Combs has been receiving treatment or whether the medical emergency has affected his prison arrangements. The hospitalization comes at a difficult point in his incarceration. His projected release date was recently pushed back from January 2028 to 2 March 2028, according to records from the Federal Bureau of Prisons. The change followed reports of alleged rule violations and claims that Combs had enjoyed privileges behind bars, including access to prohibited devices and special services. NBC News reported allegations from inmates about his prison conditions, while People reported that Combs had been placed in a special housing unit. The Bureau of Prisons declined to explain the change to his release date, citing privacy and security concerns.
Combs is serving a 50‑month federal sentence after being convicted in 2025 on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He was acquitted of more serious charges, including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, at the conclusion of his trial in New York. The Bad Boy Records founder has remained in the spotlight since his conviction, with developments surrounding his sentence and prison conditions continuing to attract public attention.
For now, the reported head injury has raised fresh questions about his condition in custody. However, no detailed account of the incident has been released, and his representative has not confirmed the precise circumstances. Further information about his treatment and recovery had not been made public at the time of reporting.