Washington, May 16 -- A spokesperson for Justin Bieber has publicly addressed circulating rumours alleging the pop star's involvement in the legal proceedings surrounding music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs, firmly denying any connection between Bieber and the disturbing accusations facing Combs.

The statement comes as Combs faces serious federal charges, including sex trafficking, racketeering, and transporting individuals for prostitution, according to E! News.

Amid online speculation, some users suggested that Bieber may have been connected to or victimised by Combs, prompting his team to respond.

"Although Justin is not among Sean Combs' victims, there are individuals who were genuinely harmed by him," Bieber's representative said in a ...