Timothy Busfield, a renowned actor and director, has recently surrendered to law enforcement in New Mexico following an arrest warrant issued earlier this month. He faces serious charges of child abuse and criminal sexual contact with minors related to incidents involving two child actors on the set of “The Cleaning Lady” in 2022. The allegations suggest that the boys, aged 7 and 8 at the time, were victims of inappropriate conduct while under Busfield’s direction. The charges were brought to attention two years later, leading to a criminal investigation initiated by the Albuquerque police.
Busfield maintains his innocence, expressing his intention to “confront these lies” during a statement made before turning himself in. His attorney, Christina McGovern, conducted an independent investigation into the allegations and reported that no corroborating evidence was found to support claims of inappropriate behavior. She noted that Warner Bros. allowed her full discretion in her inquiry, which included multiple witness statements.
Moreover, Busfield’s civil attorney, Larry Stein, suggested there might be a motive of revenge behind the allegations. He referred to a claim made by an actress on set, asserting that the mother of the two boys had expressed a desire for revenge after her sons were removed from the final season of “The Cleaning Lady.” Stein also mentioned that Warner Bros. had employed an outside law firm to investigate the allegations, and their findings did not support the claims made against Busfield.
An arrest warrant was issued for Busfield last Friday, and the U.S. Marshals Service assisted local authorities in locating him earlier this week. Following the news of his arrest, NBC has decided to shelve an episode of “Law & Order: SVU” that featured Busfield, which further underscores the seriousness of the situation.
Timothy Busfield is widely recognized for his notable roles in acclaimed productions such as “The West Wing,” “Revenge of the Nerds,” “Thirtysomething,” and “Field of Dreams.” As the situation develops, many will be watching closely how the legal proceedings unfold, hoping for a resolution that addresses the serious nature of the allegations while ensuring a fair process for all parties involved.