The New England Patriots have released Aaron Hernandez. The move comes shortly after the 23-year-old tight end was taken into police custody at his home in North Attleborough, Mass. The Patriots announced the decision to cut ties with Hernandez "following his arrest in the investigation of a homicide last week" with a brief statement on their official website: “A young man was murdered last week and we extend our sympathies to the family and friends who mourn his loss. Words cannot express the disappointment we feel knowing that one of our players was arrested as a result of this investigation. We realize that law enforcement investigations into this matter are ongoing. We support their...
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