Timothy Busfield is best known as a director and Emmy Award-winning actor. He gained acclaim for his performances in several popular projects spanning his career, most notably for his turn as Arnold Pointdexter in Revenge of the Nerds.In the latest news about the actor, authorities in New Mexico issued an arrest warrant for Timothy Busfield, who is currently facing child sex abuse charges. These charges come after he was accused of sexual misconduct on the sets of The Cleaning Lady, a television series. Busfield was both an actor and director on the series.The accusation includes multiple instances of abuse and impropriety that began when the alleged victim was only 7 years old. It continued past the age of 8. As per the official complaint filed by the child’s mother, Busfield’s abusive behavior occurred between November 2022 and spring 2024, as per the Associated Press.As of this report, Timothy Busfield is being charged with two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor.More on Timothy Busfield sexual abuse chargesIn court documents obtained by Page Six, an officer reportedly spoke with two parents whose children were actors on The Cleaning Lady in 2024. They shared that he “grew closer to the boys,” increasing his time on set.Per the warrant filed by Albuquerque police on January 4, Busfield also allegedly told the kids to call him “Uncle Tim” and tickled them on their stomachs and legs. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the police were first informed in 2024 when a doctor contacted them for a sexual abuse investigation.Apart from his iconic role in Revenge of the Nerds, Timothy Busfield is also known for his roles in The West Wing, Quiz Show, Stripes, and Thirtysomething, among others. He is married to actress Melissa Gilbert, who famously appeared on NBC’s Little House on the Prairie.For more on this developing story or other news, check out Soap Central!