Stefon Diggs Assault Charge: NFL News

NFL star Stefon Diggs from the New England Patriots faces, among other things, allegations of serious bodily harm by strangulation. According to police in Dedham, Massachusetts, the incident in question occurred at the beginning of December, as American media consistently reported. The allegations became known after a court hearing on Tuesday.

According to an email from his lawyer David Meier, Diggs “categorically” denies all allegations, as reported by the AP news agency, among others. The football player’s lawyer described the allegations as unfounded and unconfirmed. “The timing and motive for the allegations are crystal clear: They are the direct result of a financial dispute between employee and employer that was not resolved to the employee’s satisfaction,” Meier continued. He did not give any further details.

Diggs, 32, is charged with aggravated assault by strangulation or suffocation as well as simple assault and assault. From whom exactly it initially remained unclear.

Patriots also comment on the allegations

The Patriots said Diggs also told the club to categorically deny the allegations. “We will continue to collect information and, if necessary, cooperate fully with the relevant authorities and the NFL,” the Patriots said in a statement reported by US media.

The club supports Diggs. Out of respect for all involved and given that this is an ongoing legal proceeding, there will be no further comment at this time.

Diggs has played in the National Football League since 2015, first for the Minnesota Vikings until 2019, then for the Buffalo Bills from 2020 to 2023. During this time, he established himself as one of the best wide receivers in the league. He then came to the Patriots this year via the Houston Texans (2024). He plays an important role for the team, which has already secured victory in its division and participation in the play-offs.

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