Judge tosses indictment against actor Timothy Busfield
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Key Points:
- A New Mexico judge dismissed the indictment against actor Timothy Busfield on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor, citing prosecutorial misconduct and failure to act impartially during the grand jury process.
- The judge ruled that the prosecutor withheld witnesses requested by the grand jurors, compromising the integrity of the grand jury proceedings, though the state may still pursue new charges.
- Busfield was accused of inappropriately touching a child actor on the set of "The Cleaning Lady," allegations he denies; the investigation began after a physician reported suspected abuse in late 2024.
- Busfield's attorneys praised the judge's decision, stating the prosecution violated grand jury statutes and emphasizing the severe personal impact the allegations have had on Busfield's life and career.
- The Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office is currently evaluating how to proceed following the dismissal.
