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Former NFL wide receiver Henry Ruggs expressed his apology to Tina Tintor, the woman who lost her life in the fatal DUI crash in 2021. The fateful incident happened when Ruggs sped in his car while drunk. The vehicle ran into Tina Tintor and her pet, and the two lost their lives.
In 2023, he admitted guilt, following which he was sentenced to serve 3-10 years in prison. However, on June 16, 2025, he was given a special release, and he attended an event hosted by 'Hope For Prisoners.' At the event, he said:
“One, I wish I could turn back the hands of time. I would love for them to meet the real Henry Ruggs and not the one that was escaping from something. I sincerely apologize for not only being a part of that situation, but the fact my face is always in the news, it’s always in the newspaper.”
Henry Ruggs went on:
“So they have to constantly be reminded of the situation, be reminded of me. Those memories have to continue to rise because of all the fame and notoriety that I have, which I never asked for, I never liked. So I would just tell them that.”
When Henry Ruggs was sentenced in 2023, Tina Tintor’s mother shared a statement in court expressing hope that Ruggs would have the chance to see his daughter grow up.
She also said she hoped the tragic incident would lead to positive change and remind people to treat others with care, since everyone is someone’s loved one.
Henry Ruggs was remorseful for letting his friends and kin down
Henry Ruggs said he regretted his choices and wished he could go back in time to undo what he did. He said he never imagined being in such a situation and felt the weight of taking a life while also losing his best friend in another crash.
He also mentioned that while he wasn't a regular drinker, he started using alcohol to cope with life while trying to prioritize football. In a previous statement to Tina Tintor’s family, he said:
“To the family and parents of Miss Tintor, I sincerely apologize for the pain and suffering my actions the morning of Nov. 2, 2021, have caused you, your family and everyone who knew and loved Miss Tina and Max.”
Ruggs added:
“I also let my family, teammates and those who believed in me down with my actions. It hurt so many. Over the past 21 months, I’ve searched for a way to find the answers for my selfish behavior on that day. I have no excuse and pray that accepting responsibility with my guilty plea can allow me to begin the healing process and allow everyone involved to heal also.”
Henry Ruggs said his behavior didn’t reflect who he was, and he wanted to help raise awareness about the dangers of speeding and impaired driving. With support from his family, lawyers, and friends, he promised to become a better person and father.
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