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Timothy Busfield Charged With Child Sex Abuse On ‘The Cleaning Lady’s New Mexico Set; WBTV Will “Cooperate With Law Enforcement”

January 10, 2026

Timothy Busfield, an Emmy Award-winning actor and director, has been charged with child sex abuse in New Mexico related to incidents that occurred on the set of 'The Cleaning Lady.' An arrest warrant has been issued after a 10-year-old boy reported inappropriate touching by Busfield, who allegedly used grooming tactics to exploit his position.

Timothy Busfield

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Timothy Busfield faces child sex abuse charges in New Mexico.
A 10-year-old boy reported inappropriate touching by Busfield on the set of 'The Cleaning Lady.'.
Busfield allegedly used grooming tactics to gain the child's trust.
An arrest warrant has been issued by authorities in New Mexico.
The incidents reportedly began when the child was 7 years old.

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Timothy Busfield Charged With Child Sex Abuse On ‘The Cleaning Lady’s New Mexico Set; WBTV Will “Cooperate With Law Enforcement”

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