Star Patriot Wide Receiver Diggs Faces Multiple Charges

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Star Patriot Wide Receiver Diggs Faces Multiple Charges

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Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver for the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts that reportedly took place on December 2.

 

According to multiple reports, Diggs is charged with felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery.

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The charges stem from an incident that happened in Dedham. No additional details are currently available.

 

A motion hearing was held in the case on Tuesday.

 

The Patriots stated that they are "aware of the accusations" regarding Diggs. 

 

"Stefon has informed the organization that he categorically denies the allegations. We support Stefon. We will continue to gather information and will cooperate fully with the appropriate authorities and the NFL as necessary. Out of respect for all parties involved, and given that this is an ongoing legal matter, we will have no further comment at this time," the team said.

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