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08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Michael Pitt Accused Of ‘Sexually Abusing' Ex-Girlfriend In New York
Last Updated: The incidents allegedly took place at the actor's home in Brooklyn, New York, between April 2020 and August 2021. American model and actor Michael Pitt, known for his roles in Boardwalk Empire, The Dreamers and Funny Games, is facing a number of criminal charges. A grand jury has indicted the 44-year-old actor on nine criminal charges, including first-degree sexual assault, strangulation and attacking her with a cinder block and a piece of lumber. The incidents allegedly took place at his home in Brooklyn, New York, between April 2020 and August 2021. He was arrested on Friday, May 2 and was presented before the court on the same day, revealed a report by the Associated Press. His lawyers have denied all nine counts of allegations, with one of them, Jason Goldman, even stating that they have exonerating evidence and expect the case to be dismissed soon. 'Unfortunately, we live in a world where somebody like Mr. Pitt — an accomplished professional who would never so much as contemplate these crimes — can be arrested on the uncorroborated word of an unreliable individual," said Michael Pitt's lawyers to the agency. He continued, 'In reality, this baseless claim is suspiciously raised some four or five years after the alleged incident, from a time when the two parties were in a completely consensual relationship." Notably, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez's office has not commented on anything beyond the indictment. Reportedly, the alleged incidents happened on four dates between April 2020 and August 2021. However, it is still unclear if the victim is the same person in every incident, as names were not disclosed in the court records. According to the indictment, the actor 'forcibly touched" his ex-girlfriend in April 2020. In August of the same year, Michael Pitt allegedly engaged in 'forced oral sex" with an individual. On the same day, he even 'assaulted the woman with a 4-inch-by-4-inch piece of wood." In June 2021, the actor 'attacked the individual twice with a cinder block and tried to strangulate her" in August 2021. The charges against the 44-year-old actor are first- and third-degree criminal sexual act, two counts of first-degree sexual abuse, two counts of second-degree assault, two counts of second-degree attempted assault, and second-degree strangulation. If found guilty of first-degree criminal sexual abuse, he might be jailed for up to 25 years. Michael Pitt pleaded not guilty and paid $100,000 for bail. He is scheduled to appear in court again on June 17, 2025. First Published:
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Michael Pitt Indicted on 9 Counts, Including Sexual Abuse and Assault
Michael Pitt, star of HBO's Boardwalk Empire, was arrested and arraigned in Brooklyn last week on nine criminal counts, including sexual abuse and assault. The charges stem from incidents alleged to have occurred between 2020 and 2021. Pitt, 43, entered a not-guilty plea to all counts during his May 2 court appearance. His legal team maintains his innocence, calling the claims 'unsubstantiated' and vowing to prove his innocence in court. A grand jury indictment obtained by People details the allegations, which include oral sex without consent, forcible touching, and multiple assaults. The indictment outlines incidents on four separate dates between April 2020 and August 2021, though it remains unclear whether the same alleged victim is involved in each case. Names have been redacted from the court documents. Related: Study Finds America's Riskiest States for Sex According to the indictment, on April 19, 2020, Pitt allegedly forcibly touched an individual's anus and vagina. On August 5 of that year, he allegedly engaged in non-consensual oral sex and assaulted a person with a piece of wood. Further allegations include an attempted assault with a cinderblock in June 2021 and an alleged strangulation in August 2021. The charges Pitt faces include first- and third-degree criminal sexual act, two counts of first-degree sexual abuse, two counts of second-degree assault, two counts of second-degree attempted assault, and second-degree strangulation. The most serious charge carries a potential prison sentence of five to 25 years if convicted. Pitt's lawyer, Cary London, issued a statement expressing confidence in Pitt's defense. 'Unfortunately, we live in a world where somebody like Mr. Pitt—an accomplished professional who would never so much as contemplate these crimes—can be arrested on the uncorroborated word of an unhinged individual,' London said. Pitt rose to fame as a teen in Dawson's Creek and gained critical acclaim for roles in The Dreamers and Funny Games. He became a household name playing Jimmy Darmody on Boardwalk Empire before leaving the series midway through its run. Pitt is scheduled to return to court on June 17.
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
Actor Michael Pitt arrested on sexual abuse charges
"Boardwalk Empire" actor Michael Pitt was arrested and indicted in Brooklyn on Friday on charges of sexual abuse, criminal sex act, assault and strangulation, according to court documents. The actor pleaded not guilty and was released until his next court date in June. The charges stem from alleged incidents that occurred in 2020 and 2021, according to the Brooklyn District Attorney's Office. The indictment alleges Pitt sexually abused an unnamed individual in April 2020 "by means of forcible compulsion." In August 2020, the indictment claims he allegedly forced oral sex on an individual The indictment claims Pitt allegedly injured an individual with "a four by four" that same month. In June 2021, the indictment claims Pitt allegedly assaulted an individual with a cinderblock. In August 2021, the indictment claims he allegedly tried to strangle someone. Individual identities are redacted in the indictment, so it is unclear if one or more persons is making allegations against Pitt. In a statement to ABC News on Wednesday, Pitt's attorney James Goldman said, "Unfortunately, we live in a world where somebody like Mr. Pitt -- an accomplished professional who would never so much as contemplate these crimes -- can be arrested on the uncorroborated word of an unreliable individual. In reality, this baseless claim is suspiciously raised some four or five years after the alleged incident, from a time when the two parties were in a completely consensual relationship. We have already uncovered exonerating evidence and this case will be dismissed." Pitt is best known for his role as Jimmy Darmody in the hit Atlantic City-based period crime drama "Boardwalk Empire." In his role, Pitt starred opposite Steve Buscemi as an up-and-coming gangster in the underground crime world portrayed in the show. Pitt, who also appeared in "Dawson's Creek" earlier in his career, has taken on several television roles since the end of "Boardwalk Empire," appearing in several episodes the NBC show "Hannibal." He's also starred in film roles such "The Dreamers" and "Last Days."
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Boardwalk Empire' Star Michael Pitt Arrested, Charged With Sexual Abuse, Engaging in Oral Sex Without Consent
Michael Pitt, star of Boardwalk Empire, is facing nine criminal charges in a grand jury indictment filed in Brooklyn The incidents occurred back in 2020 and 2021, and include claims or oral sex without consent, forcible touching, and assault using a four-by-four Pitt entered a not guilty plea to all nine counts and his lawyers said he will be vindicated in court Michael Pitt is facing a number of criminal charges after being arraigned in a Brooklyn courtroom last week. The Boardwalk Empire star was arrested on May 2 and arraigned later that same day according to court records. A copy of the grand jury indictment obtained by PEOPLE shows that the alleged incidents occurred on four dates between April 2020 and August 2021. It is unclear if the alleged victim is the same person in every incident as all names have been redacted in the indictment. Pitt entered a not guilty plea to all nine counts. On or around April 19, 2020, prosecutors allege Pitt touched his finger to the anus and vagina of an individual "by means of forcible compulsion," per the indictment. Hbo/Kobal/Shutterstock On Aug. 5, 2020, Pitt allegedly engaged in oral sex with an individual by means of forcible compulsion and without their consent according to the indictment. That same day he also allegedly assaulted an individual with a piece of wood. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Sign up for PEOPLE's free True Crime newsletter for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. In June 2021, Pitt allegedly attempted to cause harm to an individual with a cinderblock. He then allegedly strangled someone that August. The charges in full are: first- and third-degree criminal sexual act, two counts of first-degree sexual abuse, two counts of second-degree assault, two counts of second-degree attempted assault, and second-degree strangulation. First-degree criminal sexual abuse, the top charge, carries a sentence of five to 25 years in prison if found guilty. Pitt's lawyer Cary London told PEOPLE that her client will be vindicated in court, saying: "Unfortunately, we live in a world where somebody like Mr. Pitt — an accomplished professional who would never so much as contemplate these crimes — can be arrested on the uncorroborated word of an unhinged individual. We look forward to proving his innocence through the evidence and not thru the media. Pitt shot to fame as a teenager with his role as Henry Parker on the show Dawson's Creek, before going on to appear in critically acclaimed films including The Dreamers and Funny Games. He became well known thanks to his work in Boardwalk Empire playing gangster Jimmy Darmody, but left halfway through the show's run. Pitt is due back in court on June 17. Read the original article on People
Newsweek
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Actor Michael Pitt Accused of Sexual Abuse, Strangulation by Ex-Girlfriend
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Actor Michael Pitt allegedly sexually assaulted his girlfriend and later attacked her with a cinderblock and a slab of wood, prosecutors said in an indictment announced Wednesday. Pitt, 44, was arrested on Friday in Brooklyn and later charged with two counts of sexual abuse and related counts for four alleged incidents between April 2020 and August 2021, the indictment obtained by Newsweek shows. In one alleged attack, all of which occurred at Pitt's Bushwick home, the "Boardwalk Empire" star strangled his then-girlfriend in August 2021, causing "stupor, loss of consciousness" or other injuries, according to the nine-count indictment. Actor Michael Pitt at a screening for "Day of the Fight," a 2023 film he starred in alongside Steve Buscemi, in December in Los Angeles. Actor Michael Pitt at a screening for "Day of the Fight," a 2023 film he starred in alongside Steve Buscemi, in December in Los Angeles. Eric Charbonneau/KCFEOLA PR via Getty Images Two months earlier, Pitt, also known for his roles in "The Dreamers" and "Funny Games," allegedly attacked his girlfriend with a cinderblock, the indictment shows. Pitt is also accused of attacking the woman with a "four by four" piece of wood in August 2020 and forcibly touching her during another incident months earlier in April 2020, prosecutors said. Read more Who Is Michael Pitt: Everything to Know About the Talented, Troubled Actor Who Is Michael Pitt: Everything to Know About the Talented, Troubled Actor Pitt — who was charged with two counts of sexual abuse, two counts of second-degree attempted assault, first-degree criminal sex act, third-degree criminal sex act and second-degree strangulation — pleaded not guilty and was released from custody after posting $100,000 bail. He's due back in court on June 17, prosecutors said. An attorney for Pitt said the actor and his former girlfriend, who was not identified, had been in a committed relationship during the alleged attacks. "Unfortunately, we live in a world where somebody like Mr. Pitt — an accomplished professional who would never so much as contemplate these crimes — can be arrested on the uncorroborated word of an unhinged individual," attorney Jason Goldman told Newsweek in a statement. "In reality, this baseless claim is suspiciously raised some four or five years after the alleged incident, at a time when the two parties were in a completely consensual and voluntary relationship. This case will be dismissed." Pitt, 44, at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival in May 2024 in Cannes, France. Pitt, 44, at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival in May 2024 in Cannes, France. Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images Pitt's arrest marks the latest legal woes for the actor, who was charged with petty larceny and assault in July 2022 for allegedly hitting a man multiple times in the head and taking his phone during a dispute in Brooklyn. Months later, in September 2022, Pitt was hospitalized following a "public outburst" in Brooklyn, where he allegedly threw objects at people from a rooftop. Police responded to the scene and took him into custody, but he wasn't charged, TMZ reported at the time.
