Actor Timothy Busfield's attorneys say an investigation undermines state's child sex abuse charges
ABC7 Chicago • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Timothy Busfield, Emmy-winning actor, is seeking release while awaiting trial on child sex abuse charges, with his attorneys arguing an independent investigation discredits the state's case and highlighting alleged dishonesty by the accusers' parents.
- Busfield was arrested and held without bond following allegations that he inappropriately touched a minor on the set of "The Cleaning Lady" in New Mexico; a detention hearing is scheduled for Tuesday.
- The criminal complaint states that one boy reported Busfield touched him over his clothing at ages 7 and 8, and the boy's twin brother also alleged inappropriate contact but did not specify details.
- Busfield's defense claims the allegations surfaced after the boys lost roles on the show, suggesting a financial and
