New Mexico Grand Jury Indicts Actor Timothy Busfield for Child Sex Abuse
A grand jury in New Mexico has indicted actor Timothy Busfield on charges related to child sex abuse. The indictment includes four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child, as confirmed by the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s office.
Details of the Case Against Timothy Busfield
The Bernalillo County District Attorney, Sam Bregman, stated that Busfield is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. He emphasized that the case will progress through the legal system and is set to go to trial.
Busfield’s attorney, Larry Stein, expressed that the indictment was anticipated. Stein critiqued the prosecution, suggesting it is less about the facts and more about other motivations. He noted, “Mr. Busfield will fight these charges at every stage and looks forward to testing the State’s case in open court.”
Background on the Allegations
This legal development follows Busfield’s arrest approximately one month ago on similar charges involving child abuse and criminal sexual contact with minors. He is accused of inappropriate conduct involving two young boys who were part of the Fox series, “The Cleaning Lady,” which he directed and starred in.
- Accusations stem from events occurring between November 2022 and spring 2024.
- Busfield allegedly engaged in inappropriate touching on multiple occasions on the set.
Defense and Claims of Conspiracy
Busfield’s legal team claims the allegations are rooted in a revenge scheme by the children’s parents following the boys’ firing from the show. During a recent detention hearing, Deputy District Attorney Savannah Brandenburg-Koch described the children’s disclosures as detailed and specific.
Conversely, the show’s director of photography testified to seeing no inappropriate behavior. The defense also referenced an independent investigation initiated by Warner Bros., which allegedly found no supporting evidence for the claims made against Busfield.
Previous Allegations and Judicial Proceedings
Brandenburg-Koch pointed out a pattern of allegations against Busfield, noting prior accusations of inappropriate touching by other women and a teenager. However, these claims have not led to criminal charges.
During the prior hearing, Judge David A. Murphy indicated he placed minimal importance on those earlier allegations due to a lack of corroboration. The judge concluded that Busfield does not pose a risk to the community, allowing him to be released on his own recognizance as he awaits trial.
