"According to court records, the chef told officers that she and Diggs had argued about money he owed her for work. During the Dec. 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."
"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."
"Diggs signed a three-year, $69 million contract with New England last year and was a key target for quarterback Drake Maye during the Patriots' AFC East title run."
Stefon Diggs, a former New England Patriots wide receiver, is on trial for felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault charges stemming from a dispute with his private chef. The chef alleged that during a December encounter, Diggs smacked her and attempted to choke her, leaving her short of breath. Diggs has pleaded not guilty and his attorney claims the allegations are unsubstantiated and financially motivated. Diggs recently signed a significant contract with the Patriots and had a successful season, marking a career revival after a previous injury.
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