Timothy Busfield: Arrest Warrant Issued for Alleged Child Sex Abuse

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Authorities in New Mexico have officially issued an arrest warrant for Emmy-winning actor and director Timothy Busfield. The 68-year-old, best known for his roles in The West Wing, Thirtysomething, and Field of Dreams, is facing serious charges involving alleged misconduct on a television set. The Charges: Busfield faces two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor and one count of child abuse. The Timeline: The alleged incidents took place between November 2022 and spring 2024 on the set of the Fox series The Cleaning Lady, where Busfield served as a director and actor. The Allegations: According to the criminal complaint filed by Albuquerque police, the allegations involve twin brothers who were child actors on the production. One child reported inappropriate touching that reportedly began when he was seven years old. The Investigation: The case stems from a 2024 investigation launched after a doctor at the University of New Mexico Hospital alerted authorities. While Warner Bros. conducted an internal probe at the time, they stated they were unable to corroborate the claims during production. [Legal Status] As of January 10, 2026, the warrant has been signed by a judge. Busfield has previously denied wrongdoing in statements to investigators, describing his interactions as playful and lacking any sexual intent. [Disclaimer] All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This video is for informational purposes based on current public records and news reports. #TimothyBusfield #TheWestWing #BreakingNews #LegalNews #TheCleaningLady