Actor Haley Joel Osment has issued a public apology following the release of police body camera footage capturing his use of an antisemitic slur during an arrest earlier this month. The incident occurred on April 8 at Mammoth Mountain ski resort in Mammoth Lakes, California, where Osment was detained on charges of public intoxication and possession of a controlled substance, later identified as cocaine.​
In the footage, Osment is seen exhibiting erratic behavior, including shouting that he was “being attacked” and claiming to be “kidnapped by a f—ing Nazi.” He also directed an antisemitic slur at one of the arresting officers. Osment later stated he was unaware of his language at the time due to being in a blackout and expressed deep remorse for his actions.​
“I’m absolutely horrified by my behavior,” Osment said in a statement. “Had I known I used this disgraceful language in the throes of a blackout, I would have spoken up sooner. The past few months of loss and displacement have broken me down to a very low emotional place. But that’s no excuse for using this disgusting word.” He added, “From the bottom of my … —I’ve let the Jewish community down and … .”
Osment’s recent personal challenges include the loss of his Altadena, California home in the Eaton Fire in … . Following the fire, he had been living with his sister, actress Emily Osment, and their parents, who also lost their home in the same fire. In a podcast recorded days before his arrest, Osment mentioned plans to temporarily relocate to give his sister privacy, citing the pressures of sharing a space with multiple family members and pets.​
The Mono County District Attorney’s Office has filed misdemeanor charges against Osment for disorderly conduct involving alcohol and possession of cocaine. His arraignment is scheduled for July 7 at the Mammoth Lakes branch of the Mono County Superior Court.​
