Stefon Diggs was spotted arriving at court on Monday morning as the trial over his alleged assault of a private chef gets underway. Jury selection is expected to begin in the assault trial of the former New England Patriots wide receiver in connection with a heated dispute he had with his private chef.
Charges and Plea
Diggs, a four-time Pro Bowl wideout, pleaded not guilty in February to a felony strangulation charge and a misdemeanor assault and battery charge stemming from the alleged dispute with his former private chef.
Incident Details
According to court records, the chef told officers that she and Diggs had argued about money he owed her for work. During the December 2 encounter at his home in Dedham, Massachusetts, she said, he 'smacked her across the face' and then 'tried to choke her using the crook of his elbow around her neck,' leaving her feeling short of breath. She told officers she had trouble breathing and felt she could have blacked out.
Defense Response
Diggs' attorney has said he 'categorically denies these allegations,' calling them unsubstantiated and motivated by a financial dispute. Diggs did not speak to reporters outside court in February.
More to follow.
