What charges does Stefon Diggs face?

Stefon Diggs faces charges of felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault.

When did Stefon Diggs' trial begin jury selection?

Jury selection for Stefon Diggs' trial began on Monday, May 4.

Why was Stefon Diggs accused of assault?

A former chef accused Diggs of assault and strangulation after confronting him over alleged unpaid wages.

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NFL Star Diggs Faces Assault Trial

4 May

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Summary

Stefon Diggs faces a strangulation and assault trial.
The chef accused Diggs of assault over unpaid wages.
Diggs pleaded not guilty to felony strangulation charges.

The assault trial for NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs commenced with jury selection on Monday, May 4, in Dedham, Massachusetts. Diggs is facing charges of felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault. These accusations arose after a former chef employed by Diggs alleged that he physically assaulted her when she approached him regarding unpaid wages. According to an incident report, the chef claimed Diggs attempted to choke her. Diggs has formally entered a plea of not guilty to all charges. He was arrested in December and has denied the allegations through his legal representatives. Diggs previously played for the New England Patriots for one season, reaching the Super Bowl LX, but was released in March. He remains an unsigned free agent.

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