Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs reportedly had a terrifying near-death experience behind bars after a fellow inmate allegedly held a makeshift knife to his throat while he was sleeping, according to close friend Charlucci Finney.

“He woke up with a knife to his throat,” Finney told reporters. “I don’t know whether he fought him off or the guards came, I just know that it happened. If this guy had wanted to harm him, Sean would have been harmed. It only takes a second to cut someone’s throat with a weapon like that.”

The shocking revelation has sparked renewed concern about inmate safety and the conditions inside the facility where Combs is being held. While officials have yet to confirm the alleged incident, Finney’s account paints a disturbing picture of a chaotic and potentially fatal encounter.

A Terrifying Night in Custody

According to Finney, the incident occurred late at night when most inmates were asleep. Combs, who has been incarcerated since his arrest earlier this year on multiple federal charges, reportedly woke to find another inmate in his cell holding a sharp improvised weapon—commonly referred to as a “shank.”

Details remain unclear about how the weapon was smuggled into the cell or what motivated the alleged assailant. Sources close to the facility suggest that tensions among inmates had been rising in recent weeks, possibly due to overcrowding and limited supervision.

“It’s a miracle he’s still alive,” said one source familiar with the situation. “If the guards hadn’t intervened—or if he hadn’t reacted fast enough—this could have ended in tragedy.”

Prison Officials Remain Silent

As of Friday, neither the correctional facility nor Combs’s legal representatives had released an official statement. Requests for comment to the prison’s administration went unanswered, and it remains unclear whether any disciplinary action was taken against the alleged attacker.

If verified, the incident could raise serious questions about the safety of high-profile inmates and the effectiveness of security protocols in the prison system. Inmates of Combs’s status are often placed under heightened supervision or protective custody to prevent exactly these kinds of confrontations.

Prison reform advocates have long warned that understaffing, inadequate surveillance, and poor inmate management contribute to violence behind bars. “This is not just about celebrity,” said Marilyn Torres, a criminal justice analyst. “It’s about systemic neglect. If someone like Diddy can be attacked, imagine what happens to people without fame or resources.”

A Larger Pattern of Prison Violence

The reported assault on Combs adds to growing concerns about the state of U.S. detention centers. Data from the Bureau of Justice Statistics indicates that inmate-on-inmate violence has been rising steadily over the past decade, with contraband weapons and makeshift knives frequently used in such attacks.

Experts note that overcrowded conditions and poor staff-to-inmate ratios often allow these weapons to circulate undetected. “Shanks can be made from nearly anything—metal scraps, toothbrushes, even pieces of plastic,” said Dr. Leon Hayes, a criminologist who studies prison violence. “When you have hundreds of people in close quarters with limited supervision, it only takes one moment for something deadly to happen.”

If Combs’s near-fatal encounter is confirmed, it would not be the first time a high-profile inmate faced serious danger. Past incidents involving celebrities, politicians, and public figures have exposed the vulnerabilities of even the most secure correctional institutions.

Diddy’s Life Behind Bars

Sean Combs, 55, rose to fame in the 1990s as a rapper, producer, and entrepreneur, building a media empire that spanned fashion, television, and spirits. However, in recent years, his public image has been overshadowed by mounting legal troubles.

His incarceration earlier this year followed a series of federal investigations involving alleged financial misconduct and other charges. Since entering custody, reports have surfaced describing difficult conditions, including isolation, tension with other inmates, and concerns over his health.

Finney’s comments mark the first time someone close to Combs has publicly described a potential life-threatening event inside his cell.

“He’s shaken,” Finney added. “You can hear it in his voice. He knows that could’ve been his last night alive.”

What Happens Next

Legal analysts predict that Combs’s team may demand an independent investigation into the alleged assault. If the incident is confirmed, it could lead to changes in his housing arrangements, possibly moving him into protective custody or a higher-security unit.

“Authorities will need to review surveillance footage, incident logs, and interview staff and inmates,” said attorney David Reilly, who specializes in prison liability cases. “If there was negligence, the facility could face serious legal exposure.”

For now, however, many questions remain unanswered. Was there an official report filed? Who was the alleged attacker? How did a weapon enter the cell?

Until officials provide a transparent account, the public can only rely on Finney’s alarming description—a moment of terror that nearly ended in bloodshed.

As the investigation unfolds, one thing is certain: the incident has reignited public scrutiny of prison conditions and the treatment of celebrity inmates. For Sean “Diddy” Combs, it appears survival inside the walls may now be as much a battle as the legal one awaiting him outside.