Timothy Busfield Child Sex Abuse Charges: Emmy Winner Surrenders in New Mexico

In a turn of events that's sent shockwaves through Hollywood, Emmy-winning actor and director Timothy Busfield surrendered to New Mexico authorities on January 13, 2026. The surrender follows a warrant issued on January 9 for three felony counts related to the alleged abuse of a minor.

Investigating the Timothy Busfield Child Sex Abuse Charges

The charges originate from the set of the TV series "The Cleaning Lady", which Busfield was directing. According to a criminal complaint filed by Albuquerque Police, a young boy reported that Busfield touched him inappropriately while he was 7 and 8 years old. The child reportedly told investigators he didn't speak up sooner because he feared the director's anger. One of the victims has since been diagnosed with PTSD and severe anxiety.

Busfield's legal team hasn't issued a formal statement today, but the actor previously denied all allegations during the investigation. He suggested the claims were a revenge tactic by the children's mother after they were replaced on the show. Busfield maintained that the set was a "playful environment" and that any physical contact was limited to innocent tickling.