New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs has been charged with felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault after an incident involving his private chef on December 2, 2023. The incident, which reportedly escalated from a financial dispute, has brought attention to Diggs’ relationship with rapper Cardi B, who was mentioned in the police report but has not been confirmed as the “girlfriend” referenced.
According to a police report obtained by Boston 25 News, the chef contacted authorities following the alleged assault. She indicated that she had received a voice mail and text messages from a woman she believed to be Diggs’ girlfriend. The messages reportedly discouraged her from taking further action, stating, “you don’t need to do all this. It’s not that big of a deal.” The report does not confirm the identity of the sender, leading to speculation online regarding Cardi B’s involvement.
Diggs, 32, has been linked to Cardi B, 33, since late 2024. The couple welcomed their first child, a son, in November. Social media users have reacted strongly to the situation, with some suggesting that if the girlfriend in question is indeed Cardi B, her actions could be viewed as an attempt to silence the victim. Others have defended Cardi, asserting that the claims lack credibility, given that she has a distinctive voice.
The alleged incident unfolded when the chef confronted Diggs about money she believed she was owed. According to the police report, Diggs became “angered” during the confrontation. “She alleges that the male then smacked her across the face,” the report states. Following this, it is claimed that Diggs attempted to choke her using the crook of his elbow, resulting in her feeling as though she could black out.
As the situation escalated, the chef attempted to pry Diggs’ arm away from her neck, but he allegedly tightened his grip and threw her onto the bed. The report notes that she confronted him about her unpaid wages, to which he responded with “Lies” before leaving the room. The chef later explained that Diggs needed to sign off on payments for her to receive her money, which prompted her direct approach.
After the alleged assault, the chef left Diggs’ home and went to stay with a friend. When she returned on December 9 to retrieve her belongings, she received a text message from Diggs instructing her to deal with his assistant regarding payment. The report states that Diggs’ assistant, “Melissa,” informed the chef that Diggs had requested a signed non-disclosure agreement before any payment could be processed, which she did not sign.
In response to the allegations, Diggs’ attorney, David Meier, issued a statement declaring that Diggs “categorically denies these allegations.” Meier described the claims as “unsubstantiated” and argued that they arose from a financial dispute between an employer and employee that had not been resolved satisfactorily. “The timing and motivation for making the allegations is crystal clear,” he said, emphasizing that Diggs looks forward to establishing the truth in court.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the intersection of Diggs’ professional life and personal relationships remains under scrutiny. With both the Patriots and the larger public watching closely, the ramifications of this incident could extend beyond the courtroom, impacting Diggs’ career and his relationship with Cardi B.