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‘Boardwalk Empire’ star Michael Pitt accused of sexual abuse, arrested in Brooklyn

  • Actor Michael Pitt was arrested in New York City on May 2, 2025, and charged with sexual abuse, assault, and strangulation related to incidents at his Bushwick home.
  • The charges arise from four alleged incidents involving his former girlfriend that took place over a period spanning early 2020 through mid-2021, including claims of forced fondling and assaults using various weapons.
  • Pitt pleaded not guilty during his May 6 arraignment in Brooklyn Supreme Court and posted $100,000 bail for release pending trial.
  • Pitt’s lawyer Jason Goldman called the claims baseless and said they rely on “the uncorroborated word of an unhinged individual,” emphasizing a prior consensual relationship.
  • The case proceeds with further court appearances scheduled, and details about the alleged victim or victims remain undisclosed.
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Actor Michael Pitt, known for his role as Henry Parker in Dawson's Creek, was arrested and charged on May 2, 2025 for several acts of sexual assault against his former partner. His trial will be held on June 17th. Does he belong to Brad Pitt's family?

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The actor of "Bondwalk Empire" and "Black Flies" was charged last week for four separate attacks committed between April 2020 and August 2021. He was released on bail.

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Actor Michael Pitt was arrested last week in New York City, charged with several counts of sexual abuse crimes. After passing before the judge, he paid bail and was released on parole. Read more]]>

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The actor of "Boardwalk Empire" pleaded not guilty after accusations of violence and sexual assault. He will be tried on 17 June.

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New York Post broke the news in New York, United States on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
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