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It’s going to be a long few weeks for Patriots owner Robert Kraft.
Early this morning the Jupiter police revealed that Kraft was being charged with two misdemeanor counts of soliciting a prostitute.
BREAKING: Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, has been charged in Palm Beach County with soliciting of a prostitute, according to Jupiter Police. The charges stem from an months long investigation into a massage parlor. @CBSMiami
— Jim DeFede (@DeFede) February 22, 2019
Kraft was one of 25 people charged in the case. The rate was $59 for a half hour inside the massage parlor and $79 for an hour.
Kraft is estimated to be worth $6.6 Billion. @CBSMiami— Jim DeFede (@DeFede) February 22, 2019
More details: Kraft reportedly visited the Orchard Spa on two occasions. This was part of an eight-month investigation into prostitution and possible sex trafficking involving this spa. Jupiter Police say Kraft is charged with 2 misdemeanors of soliciting a prostitute. @CBSMiami
— Jim DeFede (@DeFede) February 22, 2019
An "active arrest warrant" has been issued for Kraft, according to Jupiter PD.
Typically, a charge of soliciting results in a pre-trial diversion program where the defendant attends a class on the hazards of prostitution. After which the charge is usually dropped. @CBSMiami— Jim DeFede (@DeFede) February 22, 2019
The Jupiter police department claims they have video of Kraft committing the sex acts.
Police say they have video of Kraft participating in the act. Police say he was driven to the parlor. Police say they’re working on warrant for his arrest. Police say they’re stunned like everyone else @NBC10Boston
— Perry Russom (@perryrussom) February 22, 2019
Police announce the charges against Robert Kraft https://t.co/pHM1RMgZwQ pic.twitter.com/Ux6C4nVl33
— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) February 22, 2019
Despite there reportedly being video evidence, Kraft, through a spokesman, categorically denied doing anything “illegal”
Statement from a spokesperson for Robert Kraft:
“We categorically deny that Mr. Kraft engaged in any illegal activity. Because it is a judicial matter, we will not be commenting further.”
— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) February 22, 2019
We’ll have to wait and see what evidence the police have but it’s not looking good for Kraft as of this moment.