Mike Smith, known for his role as Bubbles on the Canadian series Trailer Park Boys, has been charged with sexual assault in Canada. The 53-year-old actor faces allegations from an incident in 2017.
According to court documents obtained by CBC News, Smith was charged on October 2 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The alleged assault occurred in December 2017 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Smith has been ordered to have no contact with the victim, who remains unnamed due to a publication ban.
"We are aware of the allegation concerning Mike Smith dating back to 2017 and take such matters seriously."
Trailer Park Boys Inc., the company responsible for the show's production, merchandise, and streaming service, confirmed that Smith has "stepped away" from his role as managing director amid the charges.
"We recognize how difficult an allegation of this nature is for all involved. Out of respect for the legal process, we will not comment further on the case."
Charlotte Phillipp, a Weekend Writer-Reporter at PEOPLE since 2024, previously worked as an entertainment reporter at The Messenger.
Smith’s legal situation is ongoing, and his departure from his managing director role reflects the company’s serious approach to the allegations.
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