In a gripping New York courtroom drama, rapper Scott Mescudi, better known as Kid Cudi, shared jaw-dropping details about how his luxury Porsche was set ablaze—and why he suspects hip hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was behind it.
This intense story is about more than just a car; it’s about tangled relationships, accusations of violence, and a high-stakes legal battle unfolding far from the glitz of Hollywood.
Kid Cudi Opens Up About His Porsche Being Torched in Los Angeles
Kid Cudi told the court how his prized $140,000 Porsche 911 Cabriolet was destroyed by a Molotov cocktail thrown at his home in Los Angeles.
The attackers didn’t stop at setting the car on fire—they slashed the roof too.
According to Cudi, this terrifying incident came after Diddy learned that Cudi had been dating his longtime girlfriend, Cassandra Ventura.
He didn’t hold back, describing Diddy as “violent” and sharing suspicions that the hip hop giant was behind the attack.
The fiery destruction of the car wasn’t just a random act—it seemed personal, linked to the complicated relationships involved.
A Midnight Phone Call and a Break-In Raise Alarms
On the early morning of December 22, 2011, Cudi received a panicked call from Ventura while at his Los Angeles home.
She told him Diddy had found out about their relationship and was acting aggressively.
“She sounded really stressed, nervous, scared,” Cudi testified.
Fearing for their safety, he went to pick her up and took her to the safety of a hotel.
But the drama didn’t end there. On the way, Cudi called Diddy to confront him.
The exchange was tense, with Cudi asking bluntly if Diddy was at his house.
Diddy responded, “I just wanna talk,” but when Cudi arrived, no one was there.
The only signs of trouble were opened Chanel presents and his dog locked in the bathroom.
Breaking Up for Safety as Threats Escalate
Cudi said he ended things with Ventura later that year for their mutual safety, aware of Diddy’s violent reputation.
But the threats continued. On January 9, 2012, Cudi was shocked to learn from his dog sitter that his Porsche was engulfed in flames.
Photos showed heavy smoke damage and the roof cut open.
The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed the fire was intentional, caused by an incendiary device.
It was clear the attack was no accident but a message — a dangerous escalation in the feud.
A Chilly Confrontation at SoHo House
The very next day, Cudi arranged to meet Diddy at the exclusive SoHo House in Hollywood, hoping to get some answers.
When he walked in, he described Diddy as standing ominously by the window like a “Marvel supervillain.”
The two talked about the relationship, with Diddy insisting Ventura was “his girl” and Cudi insisting he believed they were broken up.
As they wrapped up, Cudi asked Diddy about the burned car.
Diddy coldly denied knowing anything, even accusing Cudi of lying about the situation.
The tension in the room was palpable, with Cudi later telling prosecutors he believed Diddy was lying to his face.
Cross-Examination Reveals Conflicting Loyalties
Under questioning, Cudi admitted he never saw Diddy or his associates at his home during the attack, and agreed it was surprising to find Ventura was still involved with Diddy while seeing him.
He acknowledged Ventura had played both men, which complicated the whole tangled web.
When asked if he was in love with Ventura, Cudi was clear — yes.
But he also agreed that both he and Diddy were ultimately “played” by Ventura.
Ventura’s Own Testimony Paints a Dark Picture
Ventura, who dated Diddy since 2007, testified she broke up with Cudi after Diddy threatened to hurt them both.
She described the danger and uncertainty they faced if the relationship continued.
She recalled Diddy ominously telling her about blowing up Cudi’s car and having his friends witness it, a chilling prediction that unfortunately came true.
In a lawsuit filed in 2023 and settled for $20 million, Ventura accused Diddy of retaliating violently after discovering her involvement with Cudi, including the car bombing incident.
Shocking Accounts From Inside Diddy’s Inner Circle
Adding another layer to the drama, George Kaplan, Diddy’s former executive assistant, testified about witnessing a violent incident on Diddy’s private plane.
He described Diddy standing over Ventura, holding a glass in a threatening manner while she tried to put distance between them.
Kaplan also recalled seeing Ventura with bruises at Diddy’s Los Angeles home and witnessed another frightening episode where Diddy threw objects at a girlfriend.
Disturbed by the violence, Kaplan eventually resigned, unwilling to condone the behavior.
Glamorous Guests and Hotel Damage Reveal a Pattern of Chaos
Another witness, celebrity makeup artist Mylah Morales, recounted a violent argument between Ventura and Diddy at a Beverly Hills hotel in 2010, where Ventura ended up with visible injuries.
Hotel staff also testified about Diddy’s frequent stays involving damage to rooms, with instructions to prepare for wax spills and excessive messes.
These chaotic details helped paint a fuller picture of the volatile environment surrounding Diddy during these years.