Jay Clayton, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York | Department of Justice
United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, and Special Agent in Charge of the New York Field Office of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Ricky J. Patel, have commented on the verdict in U.S. v. Sean Combs.
Clayton emphasized the impact of sex crimes on victims, stating: "Sex crimes deeply scar victims, and the disturbing reality is that sex crimes are all too present in many aspects of our society. Victims endure gut-wrenching physical and mental abuse, leading to lasting trauma." He added that both New Yorkers and Americans at large want these offenses stopped and perpetrators brought to justice.
The statement highlighted the challenges faced by victims in coming forward with their stories. Clayton noted: "Prosecuting sex crimes requires brave victims to come forward and tell their harrowing stories." He affirmed that law enforcement prioritizes a victim-centered approach in handling such cases.
Recognition was given to various units involved in addressing these crimes. "Today we recognize the important work of the SDNY’s Civil Rights Unit as well as the tireless efforts of the women and men at HSI who are devoted to combatting human trafficking," Clayton said.
Thanks were extended to several agencies for their support, including special agents from the U.S. Attorney’s Office of the Southern District of New York, Digital Forensic Unit, Complex Analytics and Social Media Enhancement (CASE) Team at the New York/New Jersey High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area, and partners at NYPD for their assistance.
