Facing two misdemeanor charges for solicitation of prostitution, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft released a statement on Saturday, via ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
“In deference to the judicial process, I have remained silent these past several weeks,” Kraft wrote. “To correct some of the misinformation surrounding this matter, my attorney made his first public comments on Friday night. I would like to use this opportunity to say something that I have wanted to say for four weeks.
“I am truly sorry. I know I have hurt and disappointed my family, my close friends, my co-workers, our fan and many others who rightfully hold me to a higher standard.
“Throughout my life, I have always tried to do the right thing. The last think I would ever want to do is disrespect another human being. I have extraordinary respect for women; my morals and my should were shaped by the most wonderful woman, the love of my life, who I was blessed to have as a partner for 50 years.
“As I move forward, I hope to continue to use the platform with which I have been blessed to help others and to try to make a difference. I expect to be judged not by my words but by my actions. And through those actions, I hope to regain your confidence and your respect.”
Kraft was charged as part of a sting operation in Palm Beach County, Florida. Investigators say they have video of Kraft receiving sexual acts in exchange for money at Orchids of Asia Day Spa in Jupiter, Fla. He has previously denied all wrong doing, and plead not guilty to the charges.
He was reportedly approached with a plea deal, which would allow him to walk away from the charges but would require him to admit he would have been proven guilty at trail. He has declined that deal, according to CNN.
Kraft’s lead attorney William Burck addressed the media on Friday and detailed a few of the arguments he may make in court to have the case thrown out.
“The state attorney should take a look how the evidence in this case was obtained by the police and explain how this evidence passes constitutional muster, because we don’t see it,” Burck told reporters.
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