Earlier this week, New Orleans Patriots legend Willie McGinest made headlines for all the wrong reasons when he was arrested for assault following an absolutely shocking incident in a West Hollywood restaurant. And now, it appears the former NFL star is apologizing for his actions.
In a statement released on Twitter Friday morning, Willie McGinest made numerous apologies to his family, community, friends, and the NFL Network, where he is currently employed. He took ownership of the shocking event.
— Willie McGinest (@WillieMcGinest) December 23, 2022
“First and foremost, I want to offer my deepest apology for my lapse in judgment and behavior on December 9 at a restaurant in West Hollywood. To my family, community, friends, and youth I mentor, please know I feel horrible for my actions and take full responsibility.
“To my colleagues at the NFL Network and those I work closely with as an advisor to professional and community-base organizations, please know I am embarrassed and regret what occurred.
“Most of all, I am disappointed in myself, as I know this is an isolated incident and is not reflective of my faith, role as a father, life’s body of work, or the role model I’ve worked hard to become. It is personally devastating that decades of community service, youth engagement, mentoring, and professional development would become an afterthought in a single moment that should have never happened.
“This incident has prompted me to deep self-reflection — mind, soul, and spirit. I know that violence is never the answer to such situations, no matter how intense the provocation. Rest assured, I will take whatever steps necessary to restore the public trust, mend damaged relationships, and ensure this never happens again.”
The legal ramifications of the incident are still unknown.
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