Crime Stories with Nancy Grace - Diddy Trial Drama Pauses for Sick Juror, Juneteenth, Ex-Aide to Testify Friday| Crime Alert 6AM 06.19.2025

Episode Date: June 19, 2025

Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trial was abruptly halted Wednesday when a juror called out sick with Vertigo. Court is observing Juneteenth, so no session will be held today. Testimony will resume Friday with an Ex-assistant, Brendan Paul taking the stand for the prosecution.  A son confesses to a horrific hammer attack against his mom, then he texts a buddy, "I can't go to prison."  Plus, a case of "I...DIDN'T" at the altar! Jennifer Gould reports.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crime Alert, I'm Nancy Grace. Breaking crime news now, Shawn Combs' ex-girlfriend and freak-off victim Jane, not her real name, spends days on the witness stand giving some of the most damning testimony against the accused rapper. Now, as the defense prepares to take center stage, how will the attorneys fight the allegations of violence, sex abuse, drug distribution, and blackmail? Our Jennifer Gould has the very latest from the Sean Combs courtroom. Nancy, courtroom chaos engulfed Sean Diddy Combs' high-stakes sex trafficking trial Wednesday, grinding proceedings to an abrupt halt after a juror called out sick with vertigo.

This unexpected disruption followed a bombshell week where the panel watched graphic freak-off videos that visibly impacted them, leading Judge Eridan Subramanian to order an immediate adjournment. The trial had already seen one juror dismissed over residency questions requiring a swap. The Manhattan Federal Court is observing Juneteenth, so no session will be held Thursday. All eyes now turn to Friday when the trial resumes, with Diddy's ex-assistant and alleged drug mule, Brandon Paul, expected to take the stand as a key prosecution witness. As prosecutors near the end of their case, Combs, who faces life in prison if convicted,

is not expected to testify, possibly wrapping the trial sooner than anticipated. For the latest on the Sean Combs trial, watch Crime Stories with Nancy Grace on Merit TV, Monday through Friday at six and nine p.m. Eastern. Check your local listings for channel assignment and subscribe to Crime Stories with Nancy Grace on your favorite podcast app.

A chilling admission sent to a gaming friend exposes a shocking act of violence. A 24-year-old Texas man allegedly attacked his own mom with a hammer, then frantically confessed his crime. Robert Babin faces charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after the brutal assault on his 61-year-old mother, Lisa Babin, at their Harris County home. A deputy with the Harris County Sheriff's Office

spoke to ABC 13 News. They located a 61-year-old female in the backyard, bleeding from the head. Lisa Babin, who was unable to speak, was rushed to a local hospital where she remains in serious condition. Investigators quickly uncovered the alarming truth from Robert Babin's own words. Shortly after the assault, he allegedly messaged a gaming buddy, quote, I just assaulted my mother with a hammer. I got angry. I don't know what to do. I can't go to prison and quote in a desperate bid to evade justice. He reportedly added quote, I have to get rid of the hammer and destroy the evidence before the police get here. I don't want to end up on death row and quote his friend promptly alerted authorities upon arrival. promptly alerted authorities. Upon arrival, Babin initially feigned ignorance telling police he had left his mom napping to run an errand. He was swiftly arrested and booked

into the Harris County Jail. At his bond hearing, Babin's court-appointed attorney argued for a lower bond, citing his client's lack of criminal history, and describing him as a, quote, high-function high functioning person with autism end quote. Bond was set at $150,000. Robert Babin faces up to 20 years in prison. The motive remains under investigation. Nancy. Thanks, Jennifer.

More crime and justice news after this. File this one under I do not think so. A Texas man just discovered he's been secretly married to his ex-girlfriend who allegedly filed a marriage certificate without his knowledge after they had already broken up. Kristen Marie Spearman, 36, of Waco now faces a felony stalking charge following the astonishing deception. The bewildered 42-year-old man contacted Beverly Hills police after finding a seemingly innocent bath and bodyworks gift bag left by his ex.

Inside a shocking revelation awaited. A picture of Spearman holding what appeared to be a marriage license showing them married and officiated by a local reverend alongside an actual copy of a marriage certificate that had been officially filed with the McClennan County Clerk's Office. Beverly Hills Police Chief

Corey Martin spoke to Fox 44. I don't think in 23 years I've ever heard of anybody who managed somehow to get married to someone who wasn't present for a ceremony. According to police, the couple had indeed obtained a marriage license on or about June 2nd, planning a wedding. However, they subsequently had a significant argument and broke off their relationship. Despite the clear breakup, investigators alleged Spearman quote, convinced the reverend to certify the victim and Kristen in the holy union of matrimony

without the knowledge of the victim and his required presence, end quote. This audacious act effectively married the man without his consent or attendance. Spearman was arrested at her home near Hewitt and booked into the McClennan County Jail where she is being held under a $10,000 bond. And finally, talk about a steaming hot mess. A Queen's Granny's European cruise turned into a blistering nightmare after an airline allegedly served up a side of scalding agony right into her lap. Amara Corbeau, 78, and her hubby Giuseppe are now suing Scandinavian Airlines for a jaw-dropping $10 million. On a flight to Oslo, Amara got a jaw-vajolt from an excessively hot coffee spill leaving her with severe burns and scars. And this wasn't just a minor brouhaha either the couple claims it

Ruined their entire two-week British Isles cruise leaving them quote-unquote Roombound for lawyers serving up the lawsuit comparing it to that infamous McDonald's hot coffee case looks like this Airlines Cup runneth over with legal trouble. Ouch Nancy Airlines Cup runneth over with legal trouble. Ouch. Nancy. For the latest crime and justice news, go to CrimeOnline.com and please join us for our daily podcast, Crime Stories, where we do our best to find missing people, especially children and help solve unsolved homicides. With this crime alert, I'm Nancy Grace.

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