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Maui Police Chief Denies Gang Rape Allegations Amid Investigation

3/13/2025

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Maui Police Chief John Pelletier firmly rejects allegations connecting him to a gang rape involving Sean “Diddy” Combs, asserting he has evidence placing him in Las Vegas on the date in question. The gravity of the lawsuit has led Maui Mayor Richard Bissen to call for Pelletier's administrative leave while the investigation unfolds.

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Maui Police Chief John Pelletier firmly rejects allegations connecting him to a gang rape involving Sean “Diddy” Combs, asserting he has evidence placing him in Las Vegas on the date in question. The gravity of the lawsuit has led Maui Mayor Richard Bissen to call for Pelletier's administrative leave while the investigation unfolds.