Actor Michael Pitt in Trouble Again: Arrested on Charges of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
Actor Michael Pitt has been detained by authorities.
Get the latest scoop on your favorite actor, Michael Pitt, as he finds himself in hot water once again.
Media outlets have reported that Pitt, who is known for his roles in movies like "Ghost in the Shell" and series like "Boardwalk Empire," was arrested in New York a few days ago, following serious allegations made by his former girlfriend. The 44-year-old is accused of sexual and domestic violence.
According to court documents, four incidents allegedly occurred between April 2020 and August 2021 at Pitt's residence, including two cases of sexual abuse and multiple attacks with blunt objects. The "New York Post" has reported these details. Prosecutors have already filed charges against Pitt in Brooklyn Supreme Court.
At the court, Pitt reportedly pleaded not guilty to all charges. Despite this, a judge released the Hollywood star on a $100,000 bail, but it's uncertain when a trial might take place.
A lawyer for the actor calls these allegations a smear campaign, stating, "Unfortunately, we live in a world where someone like Mr. Pitt can be arrested based on the uncorroborated statement of a mentally unstable person." According to him, it's unusual that the allegations are being made so late and from a period when the couple was in a consensual and voluntary relationship. He believes, "this case will be dismissed."
Interestingly, this isn't Pitt's first brush with the law. In 2022, he was reportedly in a state of "emotional distress" and threw objects at passersby on the street. However, he was not arrested at the time, as reported by U.S. portal "TMZ." Instead, he was taken to a local hospital for observation.
However, earlier reports suggested a different outcome: Pitt was arrested for allegedly snatching a man's phone on the street and striking him repeatedly in the head. Fortunately, no charges were filed in the end.
As per the enrichment data, the charges against Pitt include:
- Two counts of first-degree sexual abuse
- Assault injury with a blunt object
- Strangulation in the second degree
These allegations stem from incidents that purportedly occurred between April 2020 and August 2021 at Pitt's Bushwick home. The alleged victim claims Pitt sexually assaulted her and physically attacked her with weapons like a cement block and a wooden plank, such as a separate incident in June 2021, where Pitt allegedly assaulted his girlfriend with a cinderblock.
Pitt's next court appearance is scheduled for June 17, 2025. Stay tuned for further updates.
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