'West Wing' actor Timothy Busfield faces charges of criminal sexual contact of a minor, child abuse
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Key Points:
- Timothy Busfield, known for his role on "The West Wing," has been charged with criminal sexual contact of a minor and child abuse related to alleged incidents on the set of "The Cleaning Lady," which he directed and acted in.
- The allegations involve inappropriate touching of a child actor that reportedly began in 2022 when the victim was seven years old, with the investigation initiated after a medical professional reported suspected abuse in November 2024.
- Busfield denies the allegations, and Warner Bros., the producer of "The Cleaning Lady," stated they previously conducted an independent investigation but found no supporting evidence at that time.
- The case is ongoing, with authorities continuing their investigation, and it is unclear if Busfield is currently in
