Actor Osment Faces Arrest at California Ski Resort

Former child star Haley Joel Osment, known for seeing “dead people” in “The Sixth Sense,” was arrested at California’s Mammoth Mountain Ski Area for public intoxication and possession of a controlled substance, adding another chapter to his troubled legal history.

Key Takeaways

Haley Joel Osment was arrested on April 8, 2025, at Mammoth Lakes, California for public intoxication and possession of a controlled substance.
The actor was identified as an “unruly skier” and detained by ski patrol until police arrived.
This incident follows previous legal troubles, including a 2006 DUI conviction that resulted in probation and alcohol rehabilitation.
Osment recently lost his home in the Altadena firestorms and is reportedly battling with his insurance company.
Despite personal challenges, Osment maintains an active acting career with recent appearances in “Blink Twice” and upcoming work in “Poker Face.”

Arrest at Mammoth Mountain

Haley Joel Osment was taken into custody on April 8 at the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area after authorities responded to reports of an “unruly skier.” According to Sergeant Jason Heilman of the Mammoth Lakes Police Department, Osment was booked for public intoxication and possession of an unidentified controlled substance. The ski resort’s patrol team initially detained the 36-year-old actor until local law enforcement arrived at the scene. After processing, Osment was released from custody, with the Mono County district attorney now determining whether to pursue formal charges.

“He was booked and is no longer in custody,” confirmed Sergeant Jason Heilman with the Mammoth Lakes Police Department. Local authorities have sent the unidentified substance found in Osment’s possession to a laboratory for testing, which could potentially lead to additional charges depending on the results. The Mono County Sheriff’s Office has also confirmed the arrest, noting that prosecution decisions remain pending as the investigation continues.

History of Legal Issues

This recent incident isn’t Osment’s first encounter with law enforcement. In 2006, the actor faced serious legal consequences after a single-vehicle accident in Los Angeles. Then 18 years old, Osment pled no contest to driving under the influence and marijuana possession charges. The court sentenced him to three years probation, mandatory alcohol rehabilitation, Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, and fines. His blood alcohol level at the time was reported at 0.16, twice the legal limit in California.

Additionally, Osment was involved in another public incident in 2018 at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas. Though details of that encounter remain limited, it represents part of a pattern of public behavioral issues that have periodically surfaced throughout his adult life. These incidents stand in stark contrast to his early career as one of Hollywood’s most celebrated child actors.

'The Sixth Sense' star Haley Joel Osment was arrested for public intoxication in the California resort town Mammoth Lakes last week, months after losing his home in the Eaton Fire. https://t.co/4AWmw8qYPV

— Entertainment Weekly (@EW) April 17, 2025

Personal Struggles Amid Career Resilience

The arrest comes during a particularly challenging time for Osment, who reportedly lost his Altadena home in the devastating firestorms that swept through parts of Southern California earlier this year. Sources close to the situation indicate he has “lost everything” and is currently engaged in disputes with his insurance company over coverage. His sister, actress Emily Osment, previously acknowledged the family’s loss in public statements.

“It’s been an extremely difficult month. Thank you to everyone that has reached out to my family in the wake of the fires,” Emily Osment wrote.

Despite these personal challenges, Osment has maintained an active career in Hollywood. He recently appeared in “Blink Twice,” a film directed by Zoë Kravitz, and is set to feature in the upcoming second season of “Poker Face.” His career path has included deliberate choices to break away from his child actor image, taking roles in projects like “Entourage,” “The Boys,” and various independent films. Osment has previously expressed his strategy of selecting unconventional roles to challenge public expectations.

“I’ve done some really off-the-wall stuff, and stuff that people might not expect. That’s one way to work through people’s expectations of you,” Osment told Rolling Stone.