Arrest Warrant Issued for Timothy Busfield on Child Sex Abuse Charges

Timothy Busfield, an actor and director, is facing serious legal issues following an arrest warrant issued in New Mexico for child sex abuse charges. He is accused of two counts involving sexual misconduct with minors.

Background of the Case

The allegations relate to twin boys who acted in the TV series “The Cleaning Lady,” directed by Busfield in 2022. According to reports, one of the boys informed an investigator that Busfield had engaged in inappropriate touching when he was seven and again at eight years old.

Details from the Investigation

• The boy described feeling “very afraid” and relieved when not on set with Busfield.
• Busfield directed six episodes of “The Cleaning Lady” that aired from 2022 to 2025.
• During a November phone call with police, Busfield suggested that physical contact with the boys was “highly likely.” He stated he may have picked them up or tickled them, although he later claimed not to remember doing so.

Previous Complaints and Warner Bros. Investigation

In December 2024, Warner Bros. began an investigation following an anonymous complaint to SAG-AFTRA. This complaint alleged inappropriate behavior, including kissing a boy on the face and caressing the heads of young actors.

Despite the investigation, an outside investigator could not substantiate the claims. Notably, Detective Marvin Brown stated that Warner Bros. made it challenging to gather information regarding the case.

Challenges Faced by Law Enforcement

• Detective Brown obtained a search warrant to access the investigative report, which was delayed by three months.
• Attempts to speak to other child actors on the set were hampered as Warner Bros. insisted on legal mediation.

Developments in the Case

In 2024, authorities first engaged with the boys and their parents after a doctor’s report, but no allegations were made at that time. It wasn’t until September 2025 that one of the boys revealed to a counselor that Busfield had touched him inappropriately.

The other twin mentioned discomfort with being touched but remained silent out of fear. In a separate statement, Busfield alleged that the boys’ mother sought “revenge” due to her sons being omitted from the show’s final season, a claim that remains unverified.

Current Status

The arrest warrant for Timothy Busfield was officially issued by a judge on a recent Friday. His legal team has yet to respond to requests for comments on these serious allegations.