New York, 50 minutes ago – One of the biggest icons in the world of entertainment, Sean “Diddy” Combs, has passed away after a horrific accident that left New York City in a state of shock.

The incident occurred on the George Washington Bridge, which connects Manhattan with New Jersey, at 7:12 a.m. local time. According to a preliminary report from the New York Police Department (NYPD), the black Maybach limousine, believed to be driven by Diddy’s personal chauffeur, lost control when it crossed the center line, crashed through the bridge railing, and fell 160 feet onto an empty lot along the Hudson River.

“I saw it fly up and then… it disappeared. The explosion was like a thunderclap.”

A witness at the scene, María Sanchez, 42, who was driving behind the limousine, told reporters in a state of shock:

“The car suddenly accelerated, then swerved to the left. It didn’t brake, it just flew up… and then there was an explosion. I screamed, I couldn’t believe my eyes…”

Rescuers and police arrived just six minutes after the incident, but it was too late. Police confirmed that Sean Combs died at the scene, while the driver was taken to the emergency room in a “deep coma, multiple injuries, critical condition.”

Paparazzi jostled, fans cried on the bridge, the scene was plunged into chaos

Soon after the information spread through local radio and social media channels, hundreds of fans flocked to the George Washington Bridge area, carrying white flowers, candles and old photos of the music legend.

Paparazzi crowded together, flashbulbs flashing amid sirens, cries, and police loudspeakers calling for the crowd to disperse.

“I came as soon as I saw Diddy on Twitter. I couldn’t believe it. I couldn’t believe it…” – one young fan cried.

Life and death moments: Desperate CPR in the dark and drizzle

NYFD paramedics recounted the breathtaking moment they arrived at the scene. The limousine was smashed, the front of the car was crushed, the back door was blown open. Diddy was pulled from the wreckage in cardiac arrest, blood pouring from his nose and mouth.

“We did CPR for nine minutes, defibrillator twice. But there was no response. No pulse, no breathing,” – one paramedic said through tears.

It started to drizzle. Everyone stood in silence, the stretcher covered in white lay still. No one dared to say a word.

Hospital gives up hope: “We can only confirm”

At Mount Sinai Hospital, emergency physician Linda Tran, who directly took over the case, told the media in an emergency press conference at 8:30 a.m.:

“We confirm: Sean Combs died before arriving at the hospital. There were no signs of survival. The body suffered too much trauma from the impact of the free fall.”

The hospital’s ICU was left on all night, even though there was nothing left to do.

The world was shocked: Hashtag #GoodbyeDiddy reached the top 1 worldwide in just 11 minutes

The whole world held its breath. On Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, millions of fans simultaneously posted photos and condolences.

Jay-Z, a longtime close friend, only wrote:

“My brother. Forever. #GoodbyeDiddy”

Beyoncé:

“A monument has fallen. I am crying non-stop. I can’t believe it.”

Barack Obama:

“A man who transformed black culture into a global force. A great loss for America.”

The Empire State Building even turned its lights to white-gray in tribute. And in Miami, where Diddy frequently held parties, crowds gathered on the beach, lit candles and played his old music.

Double incident: George Washington Bridge railing collapses, 3 people fall while jostling

The tragedy did not stop there. As the crowd rushed onto the bridge to pray, the west side of the bridge suddenly collapsed at 09:47, sending 3 people falling down the low cliff, one seriously injured, unconscious, two broken bones.

Police had to mobilize 3 more rescue units to disperse the crowd. New York was in chaos all morning.

Official Death Confirmation: Diddy Passes Away at 55, Leaving an Irreplaceable Legacy

Sean “Diddy” Combs, born in 1969, rapper, producer, multi-millionaire businessman who once brought Notorious B.I.G. and a host of other names to the top, has passed away.

His family released an official statement at 10:20 a.m.:

“We have lost the biggest light in our lives. Please give us time and space to grieve.”

Memorial Preparations underway – Unofficial State Funeral in the making

According to unconfirmed information from inside Hollywood, a national memorial is being planned at Madison Square Garden, where Diddy performed his legendary live show in 2005.

Candlelights have begun to appear on major streets in Harlem – his hometown. Diddy’s face in black and white is printed on thousands of banners across subway stations.

And the end: A whisper of a legend, never to be repeated…

On his personal Instagram account, his last post contained only three words:

“We keep rising.”

Now, he has soared above all.