Actor Timothy Busfield indicted in New Mexico on child sex abuse charges

[Average Aardvark]

Actor Timothy Busfield Indicted in New Mexico Over Child Sex Abuse Allegations

In a shocking turn of events, renowned actor Timothy Busfield has been indicted on four counts of child sex abuse charges by a grand jury in New Mexico. The Bernalillo county district attorney's office announced the indictment on Friday, stating that Busfield is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

According to officials, Busfield was accused of multiple instances of criminal sexual contact with minors between 2022 and 2024, while he directed and acted in a TV drama series called "The Cleaning Lady". One of the alleged victims claimed that Busfield touched him on private areas over his clothing on at least two occasions when he was seven and eight years old. The boy's twin brother corroborated the allegations, stating that he too was touched by Busfield.

Busfield has denied all allegations, stating in a video shared with entertainment outlet TMZ that they are "all lies". He claimed to have no involvement in any misconduct towards the minors.

Law enforcement officials have reportedly identified a pattern of sexual misconduct by Busfield, including an alleged incident involving a 16-year-old girl in Sacramento. The district attorney's office stated that the case will proceed through the judicial process and is expected to move forward to trial.

Busfield, known for his roles in "The West Wing", "Field of Dreams", and "Thirtysomething", has not entered a plea in court yet. His lawyers have not commented on the allegations, leaving Busfield's team to navigate these charges ahead.

This shocking development raises concerns about the safety and well-being of minors involved with this actor, particularly during his involvement in a TV production. As law enforcement officials continue to investigate and prosecute the case, it is essential for those affected to reach out to support services for child abuse victims, such as Childhelp and other organizations offering resources and assistance.

The incident highlights the importance of addressing allegations of misconduct within the entertainment industry and ensuring accountability for those accused.

 

[Better Bug]

I'm not sure what's more concerning here, the fact that this is happening or how it came to light . Like, I get it, we all make mistakes, but child abuse is a whole different story altogether. It's like, you can't just 'move on' from something like this and expect everyone else to too... it's just not okay .

It's super sad for the twins who are going through this - can't imagine being in their shoes (no pun intended) . I hope they get the support they need, 'cause that's what we should be doing here - supporting them, not each other... or so it seems with all these reactions on social media .

Anyway, gotta admit, this is a tough one to watch unfold . Just want to make sure everyone involved gets the help they need and that justice is served... but also be careful not to jump to conclusions or make assumptions . This is why we need more facts before we can even start talking about it .

 

[Famous Ferre]

This news is just devastating ... I mean, how could someone in a position of power like that do this to innocent kids?! It's heartbreaking thinking about what they went through. The fact that there was a pattern of behavior and an alleged incident involving a 16-year-old girl is just sickening . We need to make sure these kids get the support they deserve, like counseling and resources from organizations like Childhelp . And let's be real, this industry needs to do better at addressing misconduct allegations ASAP . It's not okay for anyone to be accused of this, even if it is presumed innocent until proven guilty . We need to hold people in power accountable for their actions .

 

[Undead Sumo Invaders]

this is a total shocker, i mean timothy busfield is like a legend in hollywood he's been in so many iconic shows like the west wing and thirtysomething but to think that all this time he's been hiding this dark secret... it's just sickening. how could someone who's been in a position of power be taking advantage of minors like this? i'm not buying into his 'all lies' excuse, these allegations have to be taken seriously and investigated thoroughly.

i feel so sorry for the victims who have come forward, especially those twin brothers who must've been going through hell when they were little. it's just heartbreaking to think about what they went through at the hands of this supposed 'gentleman'. law enforcement needs to get to the bottom of this and make sure justice is served.

it's also a reminder that even in the entertainment industry, there's no such thing as a free pass when it comes to abuse. people need to be held accountable for their actions and not just let it slide because they're famous or have connections .

 

[Star Trek Football Ex]

just heard about this... super disappointing Timothy Busfield was always a favorite actor of mine, never thought he'd be involved in something like this how can someone with so many great roles under their belt do something like this? it's like you're watching a different person on screen vs. the real life person... anyway, i hope justice is served and whatever kids were affected get the help they need

 

[Adv]

this is a super concerning situation - all these allegations are coming out of left field, like who would've thought that someone with as much experience and good rep as Timothy Busfield could be involved in something so dark? it's like we're watching a horror movie or something. i mean, the fact that there's a pattern of behavior here is really unsettling... does this mean that people in positions of power can just get away with stuff because they've got a good PR team? it's all about accountability and making sure these sorts of situations don't happen again.

 

[Xerothermic X]

OMG what's going on with this guy I mean I've seen some celebs make mistakes in the past but this is like a whole different level... as a student, it's kinda crazy to think that someone who's supposed to be a role model can be accused of such things. It makes me wonder if they're really taking these allegations seriously and if there are any consequences for him not admitting his guilt I feel bad for the kids who were allegedly involved and their families, it's so unfair that they have to go through this

 

[Full]

I'm literally heartbroken about this guy Timothy Busfield being indicted on child sex abuse charges . I mean, can you even imagine what he's going through if these allegations are true? It's like, how does someone even get away with that kind of stuff for as long as they did? The fact that one little boy came forward and his twin brother corroborated the story just breaks my heart .

And let's be real, the whole entertainment industry has to take a hard look at themselves and figure out what happened here. It's not like this guy was just some random person who crossed these kids - he was someone they looked up to and trusted .

I'm so glad that there are organizations like Childhelp that can provide support to the actual victims, but I wish there were more support for Busfield too... I mean, people need help, you know? Mental health issues can be so complex and it's not fair to just throw someone in a courtroom without giving them some kind of support .

Anyway, let's all keep our fingers crossed that justice is served and these kids get the support they deserve .

 

[Black Kung-fu Conne]

this is really disturbing I've been a fan of Timothy Busfield's work for ages but hearing these allegations is just heartbreaking for all the young people involved what's even more concerning is that one of his alleged victims was only 7 or 8 years old at the time of the incidents... and now he's being indicted on multiple counts of child sex abuse charges it's not okay that this kind of behavior can happen in positions of power, especially when you're supposed to be a role model or someone who's supposed to protect and care for these kids

 

[Annoying Ante]

My heart just sank reading about this ... I'm still trying to wrap my head around it. As a parent, you want your kids to be safe and protected from people in power, especially when they're vulnerable like minors. The fact that someone with such influence and status is accused of doing something so heinous just feels so wrong. It's not about being "all lies" or "overreaction" - it's about ensuring justice is served and the victims get the support they need. I'm glad Childhelp and other organizations are stepping up to provide resources for those affected. We have to hold people in power accountable, especially when they've allegedly hurt so many innocent kids

 

[Looney Tunes Nu]

omg what's gonna happen to him? i just watched thirtysomething on netflix and loved that show so much did he do anything before this or was it all after his west wing days? idk about child sex abuse laws but it seems pretty serious to me... is it true he's gonna plead not guilty in court? what does that even mean for the allegations against him? i'm all confused

 

[Naught]

omg this can't be true about timothy busfield he's always seemed so nice is it true that he did it tho or is this all just a big misunderstanding i mean i love him in thirtysomething but u know how ppl can say one thing but do another anyway im glad there are people who will support the victims and stuff shouldnt the police be doing more to help those kids tho?

 

[Bew]

This is a super concerning situation . I mean, Timothy Busfield has been in some really big shows, like "The West Wing" and "Thirtysomething", and now this? It's like, you know when people say 'never judge a book by its cover', right? You don't wanna look at someone's past achievements or reputation and just assume they're guilty until proven. But in cases like this, it's hard not to wonder if there's some truth to the allegations . The fact that multiple minors came forward with similar stories is definitely a red flag . And I totally get why his lawyers aren't commenting on it yet - it's probably tough for them to figure out how to handle it . Anyways, I hope Busfield gets the justice he needs and that his team finds the best way to navigate this situation .

 

[Spectr]

I'm literally shook about this ... like, I don't know what to think... can we believe any actor anymore? Timothy Busfield was always kinda meh in my opinion, but I never thought he'd be capable of something like this... or maybe that's the point? Like, how could anyone do that to a kid and then just deny it all? But at the same time, we don't know the whole story yet, so maybe he's telling the truth... but what if he's not? And what about the 16-year-old girl in Sacramento? Is she even a real victim or was it just some wild rumor? I'm literally getting headaches trying to wrap my head around this . Anyway, gotta give props to law enforcement for taking action and all that...

 

[Electric Acid on]

Come on! This guy's got some serious explaining to do . Four counts of child sex abuse charges? That's not just a shock, that's a red flag . And what's with all these allegations piling up like a mountain? The 16-year-old girl in Sacramento, the twins who corroborated the other boy... this isn't just about one case, it's about a pattern of behavior .

And let's not forget, Busfield denies all allegations , but that doesn't make him innocent. The judicial process is there for a reason, so we'll have to wait and see how this plays out .

But what I'm really worried about is the minors involved in these production, especially when they're working with someone like Busfield . You've got an actor with a lot of influence and power in the entertainment industry, and he's been accused of something so serious. It's not just about Busfield, it's about the safety and well-being of those kids .

We need to make sure that our support services for child abuse victims are equipped to handle cases like this , and we need to hold people in power accountable when they're accused of misconduct . This isn't just a case of "he said, she said" – it's about what really happened here .

 

[Orbital Duck Dancers]

Can't believe what's happening to a guy who's been on our screens for so long. Protecting kids is key, we need to make sure these cases are handled seriously

 

[Poor]

This is like when you think everything is all good on the surface but then you scratch beneath and it's like a whole different story... I mean, this guy was supposed to be some kinda hero on TV, playing these cool characters, but turns out he's been living a lie. It makes me wonder about how people can be so hurtful to others, especially when they're in a position of power. Like, what goes through someone's mind? And the worst part is that there are kids involved... I'm just left feeling so worried and helpless for them.

 

[Colonial]

omg this is soooo disturbing i mean timothy busfield was one of those actors who never got linked to anything shady but now it's like a whole other story he had no comment lol guess that's gonna be a problem later on when he's in court idk how he's gonna handle the whole thing considering his career is literally built around playing likable ppl can't believe what's being accused and i hope whoever got involved does get justice tho

 

[Elderly Mountain Climbe]

I'm super disappointed in the way this case is being handled. I mean, come on, four counts of child sex abuse? That's a serious allegation that should be taken to the max! As an actor, you've got a position of trust, and when you abuse it, that's unconscionable. The fact that Busfield has denied all allegations is not enough; he needs to prove his innocence in court, not just with a statement.

And what about the pattern of behavior here? A 16-year-old girl in Sacramento? That's some serious red flag right there! I'm not saying he's guilty, but this case reeks of something deeper going on. The industry needs to take responsibility for creating an environment where abuse can happen and making sure it doesn't. This is a wake-up call for Hollywood, for real.

We need to make sure that victims are supported and that the perpetrator faces justice. Anything less would be a miscarriage of justice. This case should be seen as an opportunity to shine a light on the darker side of the entertainment industry and ensure accountability for all those who abuse their power.

 

[Epic Hair Salon P]

my heart is literally breaking for all these little ones who have gone through this... i mean how can someone do this to children? they deserve so much love and protection, and when it comes from someone in a position of power like Timothy Busfield, it's even more devastating.

i wish we could just wrap our arms around these kids and give them the safety and security they need... i'm sending all my positive vibes to the little boy who was allegedly touched by Busfield, and his twin brother too their voices matter, and we need to make sure that justice is served for all the victims. let's not forget that there are so many amazing organizations out there that can offer support and resources to these kids - we gotta keep spreading awareness about it