Haley Joel Osment arrested on April 8 at the Mammoth Mountain ski resort in California has made headlines, as the actor was reportedly intoxicated on the slopes and possibly in possession of a controlled substance. TMZ obtained the incident details, confirming that ski patrol had already detained him by the time police arrived.
Details of the Arrest
Authorities were called just before 2 PM about an allegedly intoxicated individual on the slopes of the popular Mammoth Lakes resort. Upon arriving, officers found Haley Joel Osment with ski patrol personnel, who had flagged the actor for suspicious behavior on the mountain.
Osment was booked for public intoxication and possession of a controlled substance, the identity of which is still being determined by lab analysis. He was released shortly after his arrest. The Mono County District Attorney’s Office is now reviewing the case to decide whether formal charges will be filed.
Struggles After the Altadena Wildfire
Sources close to the actor indicate that Osment has been dealing with personal setbacks. He reportedly lost everything in the Altadena wildfire, and has faced numerous insurance claim issues ever since. Though he recently secured a new home, the insurer allegedly denied his replacement claim, adding to the stress and hardship.
Not His First Run-In With Alcohol
This isn’t Haley Joel Osment’s first arrest involving alcohol. In 2006, he crashed his car into a brick mailbox while driving under the influence. The accident left him with shoulder and rib injuries, and he later pled no contest to DUI and marijuana possession. The sentence included 3 years probation, 60 hours of rehab, 6 months of AA meetings, and a $1500 fine.
What’s Next for the Actor?
While Haley Joel Osment has maintained a relatively low profile in recent years, this latest arrest might reignite scrutiny over his past struggles and current state. Whether the Mono County D.A. chooses to prosecute the case remains to be seen, but the combination of public intoxication and suspected drug possession could complicate things further for the former child star.
As of now, Osment and his reps have not issued a public comment on the arrest.
