Ex-Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg has released a statement following confirmation of his arrest earlier this year. A spokesperson for Police Scotland confirmed that Hogg, who is currently playing for Montpellier in France, was arrested last month but was subsequently released without charge. "A 33-year-old man was arrested in the Hawick area on Thursday February 12, 2026 in connection with a report of a breach of a non-harassment order," stated the spokesperson.

The confirmation of the arrest, linked to an alleged violation of a non-harassment order, follows Hogg being stripped of his MBE. Upon confirmation of the arrest, Hogg issued a statement on his social media accounts - with the initial post on X stating: "I have something I'd like to say..."

The actual statement then read: "Over the past few days there has been a lot written and said about me once again, and I feel it is important to address that briefly.

"There has been no criminal charges brought against me in relation to recent matters that have been reported in the media.

"Recent coverage has included speculation and commentary once again relating to a private family matter. I cooperated fully with enquiries with Police Scotland and left shortly after. I continue and always have respect for the legal process.

"I have been involved in private family proceedings before the Scottish courts. As is common in these cases, there are legal restrictions which prevent me from discussing the details publicly. These restrictions exist to protect the integrity of the legal process and, most importantly, the privacy and wellbeing of our children involved.

"For that reason, I cannot respond publicly to many of the false and defamatory claims or commentary that continue to appear in the media.

"It is frustrating to see private family matters repeatedly turned into headlines, where people are profiteering from feeding the media fake news. Whilst I am legally unable to explain the full circumstances. Stories built on partial information inevitably create a distorted picture of my life and my families life, this is extremely unfair and damaging.

"I understand that public life brings scrutiny and I have always accepted that and taken responsibility for my actions. However, reporting should remain accurate and responsible, particularly where ongoing family proceedings and children are involved.

"The welfare and privacy of my children must come before public commentary, which is why I will not discuss matters that are properly before the court.

"Media organisations should remain mindful that reporting relating to family proceedings and children may engage legal protections under Scottish law. Writing fabricated stories, half truths is unfair to all involved in my life.

"I have cooperated with the authorities and will continue to respect the legal process. The truth of the situation will come through the proper legal channels rather than speculation.

"I am first and foremost a father and a professional rugby player. My focus remains on my children, my career and moving forward.

"I will not be making any further comment on private family matters at this time."

Hogg received a five-year ban preventing him from approaching or contacting his estranged wife Gillian Hogg following his admission to a single charge of domestic abuse.

In November 2024, he pleaded guilty to shouting and swearing, monitoring her whereabouts, and sending her messages which were alarming and distressing in nature.

Sheriff Peter Paterson sentenced Hogg to a community payback order with one year of supervision when he appeared at Selkirk Sheriff Court for sentencing in January last year.

He also received a five-year non-harassment order.