Sean “Diddy” Combs is reportedly facing a second potential prison violation tied to an alleged three-way phone call at FCI Fort Dix, the low-security federal facility in New Jersey where he’s currently incarcerated. The incident, flagged shortly after his transfer to the prison, could result in a loss of phone privileges, according to CBS News, which cited Bureau of Prisons documents.
The development arrives days after separate reporting suggested Combs was allegedly caught drinking homemade alcohol behind bars — a claim his team has firmly denied. Together, the two incidents have put Combs’ conduct under heightened scrutiny as he continues serving his sentence.
What Reports Say About The Alleged Call
Per CBS News, the Bureau of Prisons prohibits three-way calling, and Combs is accused of participating in an unauthorized three-person conversation soon after arriving at Fort Dix. The alleged call, if substantiated, would violate BOP communication rules and could trigger disciplinary measures that include restricting phone access.
Three-way calls are barred in federal prisons to prevent outside parties from joining monitored conversations without approval. While the specifics of the alleged incident have not been publicly disclosed, the reported sanction under review underscores how tightly inmate communications are regulated.
Combs’ Team Denies Rule Violations
Combs’ representative, Juda Engelmayer, pushed back on the allegation and maintained that his client did not break prison rules. In a statement to People, Engelmayer said the conversation in question was initiated by an attorney and was protected as attorney-client communication.
“He is in the drug treatment program and he is working in the chapel library,” Engelmayer said, emphasizing that Combs is fulfilling program requirements and maintaining his responsibilities inside the facility. “The phone call he was on was initiated by an attorney and it was attorney client privilege and appropriate.”
Engelmayer also addressed the separate report that Combs had been consuming homemade alcohol in prison, which surfaced via TMZ on November 7. A spokesperson previously told People that the claims are false, stating, “There have been several false and reckless reports circulating about Mr. Combs. He has not violated any prison rules. His sobriety and self-discipline are priorities, and he is taking them seriously.”
Transfer To Fort Dix And Sentencing Background
Combs was transferred from MDC Brooklyn to FCI Fort Dix on October 30. The move came after his attorneys asked the court to recommend the New Jersey facility, citing access to drug rehabilitation programs and increased opportunities for family visitation.
“In order to address drug abuse issues and to maximize family visitation and rehabilitative efforts, we request that the court strongly recommend to the Bureau of Prisons that Mr. Combs be placed at FCI Fort Dix,” attorney Teny Geragos wrote in a filing, according to multiple reports.
Combs is currently serving a 50-month sentence after being found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, with an additional $500,000 fine ordered by the court. He was first arrested in September 2024 and had already spent more than a year in custody when he was sentenced on October 3, receiving credit for time served.
What Consequences Could Look Like
If the alleged three-way call is confirmed as a violation, Combs could face a loss of phone privileges, CBS News reported. That consequence would be significant given the role monitored calls play in inmates’ ability to communicate with legal counsel and family.
It remains unclear whether the Bureau of Prisons has reached a final determination regarding the incident. As with all internal disciplinary matters, any outcome would follow the BOP’s review process, which typically evaluates call logs and other documentation before issuing sanctions.
In the meantime, Combs’ team continues to maintain that he has followed prison rules and is focusing on rehabilitation. The mention of his participation in a drug treatment program and work in the chapel library underscores his attorneys’ broader argument for his placement at Fort Dix — a facility known for programming that supports reentry and treatment goals.
What’s Next For Combs At Fort Dix
For now, Combs remains at FCI Fort Dix while the latest allegation plays out. His team has framed both recent reports as inaccurate, reiterating that any phone communication falling under attorney-client privilege is permissible and that he has prioritized sobriety.
The Bureau of Prisons does not typically comment on specific inmate discipline beyond what is documented after the fact. If formal action is taken, it would likely be reflected in updated inmate records and communicated through standard channels.
As this situation develops, the immediate focus appears to be on whether the call at issue is deemed compliant with BOP policy. With Combs’ representatives disputing any rule-breaking and emphasizing his participation in treatment and work assignments, the outcome may hinge on the Bureau’s interpretation of how the call originated and who participated.
Until a decision is announced, Combs’ status at Fort Dix remains unchanged, and his legal team continues to push back against what they describe as “false and reckless” reporting. Whether any privileges are curtailed — and for how long — will depend on the BOP’s findings in the alleged three-way call review.
