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New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs has been charged with a number of serious criminal violations, according to Dedham District County Court documents. Boston 25 News was the first to obtain the documents.
The charges allegedly include aggravated strangulation or strangulation and misdemeanor assault and battery. The charges stem from an incident on Dec. 2. Michael DiStefano, an attorney of record for Diggs, arrived at the courthouse on Tuesday and filed a request to have the police report “seized” to keep details under seal, the outlet reported.
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Stefon Diggs (8) of the New England Patriots looks on during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Gillette Stadium on November 2, 2025 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Michael Owens/Getty Images)
The four-time NFL Pro Bowler is scheduled to be arraigned on Jan. 23 — just two days before the AFC Championship Game is scheduled.
In a statement, the team acknowledged the situation and said the 32-year-old receiver denied the claims against him.
Stefon Diggs #8 of the New England Patriots makes a one-handed catch during training camp at Gillette Stadium on July 28, 2025 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Winslow Townson/Getty Images)
“The New England Patriots are aware of the allegations that have been made regarding Stefon Diggs. Stefon has informed the organization that he categorically denies the allegations,” the organization said in a statement obtained by multiple outlets. “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.”
Stefon Diggs of the New England Patriots warms up before the game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on October 5, 2025 in Orchard Park, New York. (Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)
The NFL said in a separate statement: “We are aware of the matter and have been in contact with the club. We have no further comment at this time.”
Diggs signed a three-year contract with the Patriots last season.
