Patriots’ Stefon Diggs faces strangulation and assault charges in Massachusetts

December 31, 2025

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Stefon Diggs is facing charges of felony strangulation/suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery.
The allegations were made by his former private chef, who claims Diggs assaulted her during a dispute over payment.
Diggs's lawyer, David Meier, stated that Diggs "categorically denies these allegations" and described them as unsubstantiated.
The New England Patriots organization has issued a statement expressing their support for Stefon Diggs.
A court arraignment is scheduled for January 23.
Diggs has been the Patriots' leading pass catcher this season with 82 receptions for 970 yards and four touchdowns.
The incident report details the chef's account of Diggs becoming angry about money, smacking her, and attempting to choke her.
The chef reportedly sought payment for a week in November and was told to sign an NDA by Diggs's assistant before being paid.

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