DeAndre Baker released on bond, apologizes to Giants for ‘distractions’

New York Giants cornerback DeAndre Baker was released on bond Sunday. Baker turned himself in after being charged on eight counts that could result in up to 60 years in federal prison.

He is accused of armed robbery at a party in Florida.

DeAndre Baker officially released, issues apology

Sunday evening, he was officially released on bond after posting $25,000 Sunday morning, per Art Stapleton of North Jersey. Bail was set at $200,000. As part of his release, Baker has been ordered to surrender his concealed firearm permit within 48 hours. Additionally, he has been ordered to stay away from the alleged victims.

In a statement released by his lawyer, Patrick G. Patel, Baker apologized for “the distractions that this event has caused to Deandre’s team, teammates and the NFL community.”

In statement on behalf of Baker, Patel thanks law enforcement for their “diligent efforts to uncover the truth herein” and offers apology for “the distractions that this event has caused to Deandre’s team, teammates and the NFL community.”

— Art Stapleton (@art_stapleton) May 17, 2020

Baker has said he is innocent of all charges.

In the meantime, the second-year cornerback (first-round pick in 2019) has been reportedly told by the Giants to remain away from virtual team meetings.

NEW: DeAndre Baker has been told to stay away from the #Giants’ virtual meetings for the time being and focus on his legal issues, according to a source familiar with the club’s thinking.

— Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN) May 17, 2020