Trailer Park Boys Actor Charged with Sexual Assault
Mike Smith, known for playing Bubbles on Trailer Park Boys, has been charged with sexual assault in Nova Scotia. The Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service informed Acadia Broadcasting that Smith is scheduled for arraignment in November.
Details of the Charge
Court documents shared with Acadia Broadcasting indicate the charge stems from an alleged incident on December 30, 2017, in or near Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Smith was ordered to have no contact with the complainant and to avoid her residence, workplace, or educational institution. He signed an undertaking to comply with these conditions in October.
Legal Proceedings and Restrictions
- The prosecution will seek a publication ban on any identifying information about the victim, as required by the Canadian Criminal Code.
- It remains unclear whether Smith will appear in court personally or through legal representation.
Reaction from Trailer Park Boys Production
“The company is aware of the allegation and confirms that Mike Smith has stepped away from his role as managing director.” – Trailer Park Boys, Inc.
About the Reporter
Bryan Tait is an award-winning journalist from New Brunswick, a graduate of Thomas University’s journalism program and the University of New Brunswick’s law program. He can be contacted at [email protected].
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Summary
Mike Smith, the actor who plays Bubbles, faces sexual assault charges from a 2017 incident, leading to his temporary withdrawal from his company role amid ongoing legal proceedings.