Haley Joel Osment is apologizing after physique cam footage of his arrest went viral on social media, wherein he’s heard utilizing an antisemitic slur.
The Sixth Sense alum was arrested on Tuesday, April 8, for alleged public intoxication and possession of a managed substance. Osment was charged on April 17 with possession of cocaine and disorderly conduct, in keeping with the Mono County District Legal professional’s workplace.
“I’m completely horrified by my conduct. Had I identified I used this disgraceful language within the throes of a blackout, I might have spoken up sooner,” Osment stated in an announcement to Individuals. “The previous few months of loss and displacement have damaged me right down to a really low emotional place.”
Osment was one of many victims of the Eaton Hearth earlier this 12 months, the place he misplaced his dwelling.
“However that’s no excuse for utilizing this disgusting phrase. From the underside of my coronary heart, I apologize to utterly everybody that this hurts,” he continued. “What got here out of my mouth was nonsensical rubbish – I’ve let the Jewish group down and it devastates me. I don’t ask for anybody’s forgiveness, however I promise to atone for my horrible mistake.”
Bodycam footage of the arrest reveals Osment repeatedly telling law enforcement officials, “I’m an American.”
Whereas contained in the police automobile, Osment is heard saying, “I’m being kidnapped by a f***ing Nazi.” Within the video, Osment can be heard utilizing a racial and antisemitic slur towards the officer.
