Trailer Park Boys Actor Charged with Sexual Assault
Mike Smith, known for portraying Bubbles on the television series Trailer Park Boys, has been charged with sexual assault in Nova Scotia.
Details of the Charge
The Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service informed Acadia Broadcasting that Smith is set for arraignment in November. Court documents indicate the alleged incident occurred on December 30, 2017, in or near Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Smith has been ordered to have no contact with the complainant and must avoid her residence, workplace, and educational settings. He signed an undertaking to that effect in October.
Legal Proceedings and Privacy Measures
The prosecution will request a publication ban to prevent revealing the identity of the victim, which is required under the Criminal Code of Canada. It remains unclear whether Smith will appear personally or through legal representation at the arraignment.
Response from Trailer Park Boys Production
"Trailer Park Boys, Inc. is aware of the allegation and confirms that Mike Smith has stepped away from his role as managing director."
Additional Information
Bryan Tait, an award-winning journalist based in New Brunswick and a 2021 law graduate from the University of New Brunswick, reported the story. He can be contacted at [email protected].
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Summary: Mike Smith, actor from Trailer Park Boys, faces a sexual assault charge stemming from 2017, with legal steps underway and privacy protections active for the victim.