A Massachusetts jury has found Stefon Diggs not guilty of assault and strangulation charges following a brief but closely watched trial.
The verdict came Tuesday after jurors deliberated for about 90 minutes.
Diggs, a former New England Patriots wide receiver, had faced one felony count of strangulation and one misdemeanor assault charge. The allegations stemmed from a December 2025 incident at his home in Dedham.
Prosecutors argued that Diggs assaulted his personal chef, Jamila “Mila” Adams, during a dispute. Adams testified that the confrontation turned physical during an argument tied to personal and professional tensions.
Defense attorneys denied the claims and challenged Adams’ credibility throughout the trial.
Conflicting Testimony at Center of Trial
Adams told jurors that Diggs slapped and choked her during the incident. She described a complicated relationship with Diggs that included both employment and prior intimacy.
However, the defense presented witnesses who said Adams appeared unharmed shortly after the alleged altercation. They also pointed to inconsistencies in her statements.
Defense attorney Andrew Kettlewell argued that “no credible evidence” supported the accusations.
Prosecutors acknowledged Adams was “not a perfect witness,” but urged jurors to focus on her account of events.
Additional testimony revealed tensions over money and personal disagreements. Reports indicated Adams may have sought a financial settlement before the case went to trial.
Jury Reaches Swift Decision
Jurors ultimately sided with the defense, acquitting Diggs on all charges.
The decision followed less than two days of testimony.
Throughout the proceedings, Diggs maintained his innocence and declined to testify.
The case drew attention due to Diggs’ NFL career and the nature of the allegations. He is currently a free agent after a recent stint with the Patriots.
Legal analysts noted that the outcome hinged largely on questions of credibility rather than physical evidence.
With the acquittal, Diggs faces no criminal penalties related to the case.
His future in professional football remains uncertain, but the verdict removes a significant legal obstacle.