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Patriots owner Robert Kraft apologizes in first public comments since solicitation charges

Patriots owner Robert Kraft apologized in his first public comment since he was charged with solicitation last month after visiting a Florida day spa.

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"I am truly sorry," Kraft, 77, said in a statement, ESPN reported. "I know I have hurt and disappointed my family, my close friends, my co-workers, our fans and many others who rightfully hold me to a higher standard."

Kraft's attorney released a statement Friday night disputing the charges and questioning how the evidence was obtained.

Authorities charged Kraft in February with two counts of soliciting another to commit prostitution, a misdemeanor, after he was videotaped at Orchids of Asia Day Spa in January.

Kraft has pleaded not guilty to the charges and will not accept a plea deal.