Timothy Busfield Confronts New Sex Abuse Allegation in Court Appearance

Timothy Busfield, a renowned actor and director, faced new sexual abuse allegations during his recent court appearance in New Mexico. Prosecutors are holding him accountable for two felony counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor and one count of child abuse.

Details of the Allegations

The charges stem from events that allegedly occurred while Busfield directed and produced the Fox drama “The Cleaning Lady” in Albuquerque. The accusations include inappropriate touching of two child actors, who are brothers, between November 2022 and spring 2024. Busfield is currently being held without bond as prosecutors seek pretrial detention.

Historical Context

Busfield’s legal issues are not new. In 1994, a 17-year-old extra claimed he sexually assaulted her during the filming of “Little Big League.” This lawsuit was later settled privately.

More recently, Colin Swift alerted the authorities, alleging that Busfield had sexually abused his then-16-year-old daughter during an audition at B Street Theatre in Sacramento. According to Swift, Busfield urged them to keep the matter confidential. However, no formal charges have been filed related to this incident.

B Street Theatre’s Response

Timothy Busfield founded B Street Theatre in 1986 as Theatre for Children Inc. Although he has not been involved with the organization since 2001, the theater has engaged legal counsel for an internal investigation regarding the recent allegations.

Prosecutors’ Claims Against Busfield

The prosecutors argue that Busfield’s actions illustrate a “sustained pattern of predatory conduct,” highlighting a calculated grooming strategy and the exploitation of his professional authority to gain access to minors.

• Multiple individuals have expressed fear of retaliation for coming forward, illustrating the power dynamics at play.

Busfield’s Defense

Busfield has denied all allegations through his attorney, Stanton “Larry” Stein, who emphasized Busfield’s determination to clear his name. In a video released before his surrender, Busfield stated his commitment to confronting the accusations, which he termed “horrible.”

Past Allegations

This isn’t the first time Busfield has faced legal scrutiny. In March 2012, he was accused of battery in a Los Angeles theater. However, prosecutors did not file charges due to insufficient evidence.

Next Steps

A hearing regarding pretrial detention will take place in the 2nd Judicial District Court in Albuquerque within the coming weeks. The outcome will determine whether Busfield remains incarcerated as the case progresses.

Warner Bros. Television, the production company behind “The Cleaning Lady,” is cooperating fully with law enforcement and has a strong policy against retaliation, ensuring a safe environment for all cast and crew members.