Trailer Park Boys Actor Mike Smith Charged With Sexual Assault
Production company Trailer Park Boys Inc. confirmed to CBC that it is aware of the allegations against Mike Smith. The actor has reportedly stepped away from his role as managing director of the company.
Details of the Allegation
Mike Smith, best known for his role on the comedy series Trailer Park Boys, was charged with sexual assault. Documents filed in Nova Scotia provincial court indicate the charge was brought on October 2 in connection with an alleged incident that occurred on December 30, 2017, in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
"We recognise how difficult an allegation of this nature is for all involved," said a statement from the production company. "Out of respect for the legal process, we will not comment further on the case."
About Trailer Park Boys
The mockumentary comedy series stars Mike Smith alongside John Paul Tremblay and Robb Wells. It first aired in 2001 on Showcase, a Canadian TV network, and was later acquired by Netflix in 2014.
- Episodes: 116
- Additional Content: Several films and spin-off series
Further updates on the legal proceedings are expected.
"We recognise how difficult an allegation of this nature is for all involved," Trailer Park Boys Inc. stated.
Author's summary: Actor Mike Smith, known from the series Trailer Park Boys, faces sexual assault charges related to a 2017 incident and has stepped down from his company role amid the investigation.