Timothy Busfield appears in court for detention hearing on child sexual abuse charges
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Key Points:
- Timothy Busfield, a 68-year-old Emmy-winning actor and director, appeared in a New Mexico courtroom for a pretrial detention hearing on child sexual abuse charges involving 11-year-old twin boys on a film set; he denies the allegations.
- Prosecutors argue Busfield poses a serious danger to children and the community, citing a history of sexual misconduct and grooming behaviors, while his defense claims the boys' mother sought revenge after her children were replaced on the show.
- The alleged abuse reportedly occurred between 2022 and 2024 on the set of "The Cleaning Lady," with detailed accusations including inappropriate touching and grooming tactics; Busfield denies any sexual contact but admits to playful physical contact.
- New allegations were presented in court, including
