Overview
- Court and police records say the charges stem from a Dec. 2 incident at Diggs’ Dedham residence involving his personal chef, who reported being struck and choked during a pay dispute.
- At a Dedham District Court hearing, attorney Michael DiStefano sought to impound the police report and disclosed that Diggs has made a financial offer to the alleged victim.
- Judge Jeanmarie Carroll took the sealing request under advisement, with the arraignment set for Jan. 23 and a possible move to March under consideration.
- Diggs and the Patriots say he categorically denies the allegations, and the NFL said it is aware of the matter and remains in contact with the club.
- The police file documents the accuser’s initial hesitation to press charges before reversing course on Dec. 23, as well as text messages about unpaid compensation included in the investigation.