Agency Drops Timothy Busfield Amid Child Sex Abuse Charges
Timothy Busfield has been dropped by Innovative Artists following serious child sex abuse charges. This decision came on the same day the actor made his initial court appearance. A representative from Innovative Artists confirmed Busfield is no longer affiliated with the agency but declined to give further comments.
Details of the Charges Against Busfield
Busfield faces two counts of criminal sexual contact with minors and child abuse. The allegations involve multiple incidents with two young boys, referred to as SL and VL, who acted in “The Cleaning Lady,” a series directed by Busfield. Reports indicate that SL told authorities Busfield touched his private areas.
Troubling Timeline of Events
- Busfield surrendered to Albuquerque police on January 13 after driving from the East Coast to New Mexico.
- This dramatic surrender occurred five days after an arrest warrant was issued.
- He was arrested and is currently held at Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center.
At a court appearance, Busfield, wearing an orange jumpsuit, appeared before Judge Felicia Blea-Rivera via video. Although he proclaimed his innocence, Busfield entered no plea at this hearing.
Additional Allegations and Legal Proceedings
A recent filing by the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s office revealed a new accusation involving a 16-year-old girl. This incident reportedly occurred nearly 30 years ago during an audition at a theatre program that Busfield founded.
Potential Sentencing and Defense Strategy
If found guilty of the current charges involving the two young boys, Busfield could face more than a decade in prison. His defense, led by attorney Larry Stein, is set to approach the court for a pre-trial detention hearing within the next five business days.
The DA’s motion to deny bond asserts that “no conditions of release will reasonably protect the safety of any other person or the community.” This legal maneuver highlights the seriousness of the ongoing investigation and charges against Busfield.
Previous Allegations and Context
This is not the first time Busfield has faced sexual assault allegations. There were two previous accusations from 1994 and 2012 involving a 17-year-old girl and a 28-year-old woman; however, he was never charged in those cases. In earlier settlements, Busfield incurred legal fees of $150,000 related to the mid-1990s case.
Continuing Developments
This developing situation underlines the complexity of the allegations facing Timothy Busfield. As his case progresses, additional details may emerge, potentially impacting both his legal standing and public perception.
