Sean "Diddy" Combs was taken out of a New Jersey federal prison in an ambulance around 1 a.m. Saturday, October 10, 2026.
He was back behind bars before sunrise, but the reason for his overnight departure was not immediately clear. The incident came after months of reported disputes and controversy inside the facility.
According to an October 12 report by TMZ, an ambulance carrying Combs left the Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix early Saturday morning. Sources at the facility said he was conscious and speaking when he returned. The report did not confirm where he had been taken.
The ambulance trip followed several developments involving Combs' time at Fort Dix, beginning with a reported confrontation months earlier.
Diddy's Reported Prison Fight Led to Solitary Confinement
In July, Combs allegedly got into an altercation with another inmate after the man made a disparaging remark about him. A July 24 report described the confrontation as an exchange of pushes and punches that ended when prison staff separated the two men.
Sources said Combs was placed in solitary confinement immediately afterward. It was unclear how long he remained there or whether prison officials imposed additional disciplinary measures.
The incident also raised the possibility of consequences for his expected release date, which depended partly on earning good-behavior credits. However, no penalty affecting those credits was confirmed.
When asked about the alleged fight, a Fort Dix representative declined to provide details about individual inmates. "We are not at liberty to disclose or provide internal information pertaining to any inmate in our custody. Such information would not be available for the public domain," the representative said.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons similarly declined to discuss individual disciplinary matters, citing privacy, safety, and security concerns.
Allegations About Diddy's Prison Lifestyle Drew New Scrutiny
Attention later turned to allegations that Combs was receiving preferential treatment at Fort Dix. A September 30 investigation by NBC News cited four men who had spent time in his prison unit. They claimed Combs spent thousands of dollars each month on services performed by fellow inmates.
According to the sources, people outside the facility transferred money into the commissary accounts of prisoners who cleaned bathrooms, handled laundry, prepared special meals, and provided massages.
One former inmate characterized the arrangements as far more luxurious than ordinary prison life. Another described cooking dishes such as curry chicken, pizza, and empanadas before eventually passing the responsibility to others.
"After a while, I got tired of cooking," he said. "He started going to the Jamaicans."
Beyond those services, the investigation raised allegations involving contraband cellphones, medication, and alcohol. Sources claimed Combs used unauthorized phones to browse Instagram and view sexually explicit photographs sent by a former girlfriend.
They also alleged that he obtained Remeron, a prescription antidepressant, from other inmates. Separately, the men claimed guards smuggled premium liquor into the prison, which Combs shared with a small group of prisoners.
A different former inmate recalled drinking Hennessy with him. "Hell yeah, I drank with him," he told the network.
The outlet reviewed footage that appeared to show Combs using a prohibited cellphone. The other claims about his spending and access to contraband were based on the men's accounts.
Combs' spokesperson criticized the coverage for treating routine aspects of prison life as major news. The representative also emphasized that Combs continued serving his sentence while awaiting a decision on his appeal.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons declined to discuss Combs' circumstances, citing privacy, safety, and security concerns. It acknowledged that preventing contraband, including cellphones, narcotics, and weapons, remains a challenge for correctional facilities.
Diddy's Reported Return to Solitary Confinement
Separate reports published around the same time indicated that Combs had been moved from his dormitory-style accommodations to the Special Housing Unit, or SHU.
A September 30 report described his reported return to solitary confinement. The same outlet cited a source who said the transfer occurred after the prison lifestyle investigation became public.
However, a representative from the Bureau of Prisons did not confirm the reported transfer or explain why it may have occurred: "For privacy, safety, and security reasons, we do not comment on the conditions of confinement for any incarcerated individual, including quarters assignment or whether a particular individual is the subject of allegations, investigations, or sanctions."
Vito Maraviglia, a retired federal prison investigator who previously worked at Fort Dix in the late 1990s, said inmates are sometimes placed in the SHU while officials investigate allegations.
"A high-profile guy like that, with all that money, I'm surprised they put him at a place like Fort Dix," Maraviglia said.
Two men familiar with Fort Dix described conditions inside the SHU, saying inmates generally spend at least 23 hours a day in their cells. They also described restrictions on showers and commissary access, with meals delivered on trays.
Combs' spokesperson, Juda Engelmayer, also addressed the growing coverage of his incarceration. In a statement to People, he questioned the circumstances surrounding the information emerging from Fort Dix.
"There is something odd about all of this. Someone was apparently able to record Sean inside the prison, and numerous stories continue to emerge from inside the facility in real time. Yet the focus inevitably lands on the celebrity because he is the person everyone recognizes," Engelmayer said.
He continued: "There are legitimate questions about how recordings and information are making their way out of a federal prison in the first place. Focusing almost exclusively on the famous inmate may make the easiest headline, but it overlooks the broader question of how this material is being obtained and circulated."
Less than two weeks after the reports about his housing arrangements, new details emerged about the overnight medical trip described earlier.
What Prompted Diddy's Late-Night Ambulance Trip?
According to sources at Fort Dix, Combs was transported for treatment of a head injury. The report did not establish how he sustained the injury or what happened before he left the facility.
His destination also remained unconfirmed. Although a nearby hospital was suggested as a possibility, there was no verification of where he received medical attention.
Following news of the ambulance trip, Combs' representative addressed the situation in a statement published by The Hollywood Reporter on Monday, October 12.
"We are aware of the reports concerning Sean Combs and are working to confirm the circumstances. Sean's health and well-being are our immediate concern, and we appreciate everyone who has reached out," the representative said.
Diddy's Conviction and Prison Sentence
Combs' incarceration followed a seven-week federal trial in New York that examined allegations involving his relationships with two former girlfriends.
The proceedings ended with a mixed verdict on July 2, 2025, when jurors convicted him of two prostitution-related offenses but rejected the prosecution's most serious charges.
According to Reuters, the jury found Combs guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. However, he was acquitted of one count of racketeering conspiracy and two counts of sex trafficking, charges that could have resulted in a life sentence.
The trial centered on allegations involving his ex-girlfriend, singer Casandra "Cassie" Ventura, and another former girlfriend identified in court as Jane. Both women testified that Combs subjected them to physical abuse and pressured them to participate in sexual encounters with male sex workers.
Prosecutors argued that Combs used threats, violence, and financial control to influence the women's participation. His defense acknowledged instances of domestic violence but maintained that the sexual encounters were consensual and did not constitute sex trafficking.
Priscilla Presley, 81, Makes a Rare Public Appearance and Fans Can't Stop Talking About How She Looks – Photos
Aaron Hernandez Signed a $40 Million NFL Contract – Less Than Five Years Later, He Died a Convicted Murderer at 27 With a Message on His Prison Cell Wall
'Days of Our Lives' Star Robert Kelker-Kelly Dead at 62: 911 Audio Reveals What Responders Found at His Missouri Home
The jury ultimately rejected the racketeering and sex trafficking charges while finding Combs responsible for transporting individuals for prostitution.
Despite his acquittal on the most serious counts, the disgraced musician did not regain his freedom. Following the verdict, U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian denied his request for bail, citing evidence of violent conduct presented during the trial.
The judge concluded that Combs had not demonstrated that his release would pose no danger to others. As a result, he remained in federal custody while awaiting sentencing.
Three months later, on October 3, Subramanian sentenced Combs to 50 months in federal prison, equivalent to four years and two months, according to CNN. The court also imposed five years of supervised release following his prison term.
The sentence came after prosecutors and defense attorneys presented sharply different recommendations. Prosecutors sought more than 11 years in prison, while Combs' lawyers argued for a sentence of no more than 14 months, including time already served.
During the sentencing hearing, Subramanian emphasized that the punishment needed to reflect the seriousness of the conduct described during the trial. He said a substantial prison term was necessary to demonstrate accountability for abuse against women.
The judge also acknowledged the time Combs would spend away from his family and noted that he would have an opportunity to rebuild his life after prison. He further indicated that outpatient treatment and mental health programs were appropriate.
The October sentence established the prison term Sean "Diddy" Combs was serving when reports emerged about his conditions at Fort Dix and, later, his overnight medical transport.
