Mike Smith from 'Trailer Park Boys' Faces Sexual Assault Charge
Mike Smith, known for his role in the comedy series Trailer Park Boys, has been charged with sexual assault. The charge relates to an alleged incident on December 30, 2017, in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Details of the Allegation and Legal Proceedings
Court documents filed in Nova Scotia provincial court reveal Smith was charged on October 2. This information was reported by Variety, citing the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC).
Response from Trailer Park Boys Production Company
"We recognise 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."
The company confirmed Smith has stepped away from his role as managing director, with Gary Howsam taking over those responsibilities.
About Trailer Park Boys
The show, a mockumentary comedy, debuted in 2001 on the Canadian TV network Showcase and was later picked up by Netflix in 2014. It features Mike Smith alongside John Paul Tremblay and Robb Wells.
Trailer Park Boys has produced 116 episodes, multiple films, and spin-off series.
Summary: Mike Smith, actor from Trailer Park Boys, has been charged with sexual assault for an incident allegedly occurring in 2017; he has stepped down from his managing director position while legal proceedings continue.