LOS ANGELES - In a disturbing turn of events, another woman has come forward with serious allegations against music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs, claiming he and his head of security raped her and recorded the assault at his New York recording studio in 2001.

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in New York, marks yet another addition to the mounting legal troubles faced by Combs, especially following his recent arrest tied to a federal sex trafficking indictment.

Thalia Graves' Allegations

Thalia Graves, who was 25 at the time, alleges that she was lured to a meeting at Bad Boy Recording Studios by Combs and Joseph Sherman, who was his head of security and former bodyguard. Graves was reportedly picked up in an SUV and given a drink that she believes may have been laced with a drug, rendering her unconscious. Alarmingly, she claims to have woken up bound in the studio, only to face a horrifying assault.

Graves' Emotional Recounting

In her press conference alongside attorney Gloria Allred, Graves recounted excruciating details of the incident that have haunted her for years, causing debilitating flashbacks, nightmares, and an inability to form trusting relationships. “I feel unsafe in my own skin,” she stressed, her voice trembling with emotion as she described the deep-rooted pain that continues to affect her very psyche.

Combs’ Legal Troubles

Currently, Combs is held without bail in New York, facing serious federal charges that allege he orchestrated a significant operation facilitating sexual crimes, while also resorting to blackmail and violent tactics to shield himself and his allies from accountability. He has pleaded not guilty to charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, with his attorney adamantly defending his innocence.

Chilling Allegations

Adding a chilling layer to the allegations, Graves claims that after Cassie Ventura, Combs's former girlfriend and protégé, filed her own lawsuit last year igniting the slew of accusations against Combs, she learned from an ex-boyfriend that her assault had been recorded, broadcast to others, and even distributed as pornography.

Threats and Silence

Graves further stated that both Combs and Sherman allegedly contacted her multiple times following the assault, issuing threats to keep her silent, particularly as she was entrenched in a challenging divorce and custody battle.

Larger Implications

The harrowing revelations have not only exposed the trauma she has endured but also underscored a larger pattern of abuse and manipulation that could potentially implicate other high-profile figures in the entertainment industry. The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages and demands that all extant footage of the alleged assault be accounted for and destroyed.

Public Reaction and Future Outlook

As the legal saga unfolds, the public and fans alike are left grappling with the devastating implications of these accusations against one of hip-hop’s most influential figures. Are we witnessing the fall of a once-revered icon, or is this just the beginning of a larger reckoning within the entertainment industry? Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.