P Diddy's ex girlfriend Cassie Ventura 'goes into labour' just days after testifying in rapper's trial

Cassie Ventura has reportedly gone into labour after testifying in the sex trafficking trial of her ex . The rapper is facing a number of serious charges - including racketeering, conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion and transportation to engage in prostitution.

Diddy's ex-girlfriend Cassie, who is pregnant with her third child, and according to , the singer has been rushed to a New York hospital to give birth.

A source told the publication that Cassie is currently in the labour and delivery unit, having been around eight months pregnant during her testimony in the trial. The has reached out to Cassie's representatives for comment.

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Cassie shares daughters Frankie, five, and Sunny, four, with her husband Alex Fine, with the couple expecting a son after announcing their back in February.

Cassie gave evidence in Diddy's trial last week after he was arrested in September over a number of charges. He strongly denies all allegations made against him.

The 55-year-old rapper has been in prison since his arrest in September after a number of requests for bail were rejected.

Cassie was Diddy's partner for over 10 years, during which time - with footage being shown during the trial. The video, which had no sound, showed security footage from the hotel attack in 2016.

At one point in the clip, Diddy is seen grabbing Cassie's head from the back and slamming her to the ground. He is also seen kicking her as she lies on the floor.

After testifying in the trial, Cassie's lawyer - Doug Wigdor - released a statement on her behalf.

Cassie's statement read: "This week has been extremely challenging, but also remarkably empowering and healing for me.

"For me, the more I heal, the more I can remember. And the more I can remember, the more I will never forget. I want to thank my family and my advocates for their unwavering support, and I’m grateful for all the kindness and encouragement that I have received.

"I'm glad to put this chapter of my life to rest. As I turn to focus on the conclusion of my pregnancy, I ask for privacy for me and for my growing family."

The trial continues.

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