Former Vikings Wide Receiver Stefon Diggs Reportedly Facing Charges After Investigation into Alleged Assault of Female Staffer

DEDHAM, Mass. – Stefon Diggs, the former Minnesota Vikings star currently playing for the New England Patriots, has been detained and questioned by authorities following a serious investigation into the alleged assault of a female staffer at his home. Police have confirmed that charges have been filed against the NFL wide receiver.

Incident Details
The investigation stems from an altercation that reportedly took place on December 2, 2025, at Diggs’ residence in Dedham, Massachusetts. The accuser, a woman employed as Diggs’ private chef who resided in the home, alleges that the dispute began over unpaid wages. According to the police report, the staffer claimed Diggs owed her money for her services and confronted him about the debt.

The situation escalated when Diggs allegedly entered the woman’s bedroom to discuss the financial disagreement. The staffer told investigators that the argument turned violent, alleging that Diggs slapped her across the face and then placed her in a chokehold, using the crook of his elbow to compress her neck. She reported having difficulty breathing and fearing she might black out. The report further states that Diggs threw her onto a bed during the struggle before leaving the room, allegedly remarking, “Thought so,” and dismissing her claims as “lies.”

Police Investigation and Charges
Authorities confirmed that the victim initially hesitated to come forward due to Diggs’ celebrity status but reported the incident to the Dedham Police Department on December 16, 2025. Following an investigation into her claims, Diggs has been charged with:

• Strangulation or suffocation (a felony)

• Assault and battery (a misdemeanor)

While the URL mentions he was “arrested and detained,” official records indicate he is formally summoned to appear in court. His arraignment is scheduled for January 23, 2026, at Dedham District Court.

Statements and Denial
Stefon Diggs has categorically denied the allegations. Through his attorney, David Meier, Diggs released a statement asserting that the accusations are “unsubstantiated, uncorroborated, and never occurred.” The defense argues that the allegations are fabricated and solely the result of a “financial dispute between an employer and an employee that was not resolved to the employee’s satisfaction.”

The New England Patriots organization has acknowledged the investigation and charges, releasing a statement saying they are aware of the situation, support Diggs, and will cooperate with the NFL and local authorities as the legal process continues.