LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs was granted a special release from prison to speak at a "Hope for Prisoners" event at the Billy Walters Center for Second Chances.
During the event, conversations centered on how life can change in an instant, and Ruggs apologized to the family of 23-year-old Tina Tintor. On Nov. 2, 2021, Ruggs killed Tintor and her dog in a DUI crash.
"One that 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," Ruggs said. "I sincerely apologize for not only being a part of that situation, but that fact that, not to take a shot at you, but the fact that my face is always in the news. My face is always in the newspaper, so they have to constantly be reminded of the situation."
In May 2023, Ruggs pled guilty to felony DUI causing death and vehicular manslaughter. He continues to serve his 3 to 10-year prison sentence, and it eligible for parole in August 2026.
He also said he'd like to return to the NFL and play for the Silver and Black.
