The 43-year-old actor issues a statement on his Facebook, apologizing for his arrest and blaming his outburst on a combination of prescription medication and alcohol.
- October 21, 2014
AceShowbiz -
Nicholas Brendon apologized for his Idaho arrest in a statement released on Facebook on Monday, October 20. In his apology, the "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" star blamed his actions on a combination of prescription medication and alcohol.
He wrote, "I apologize. Usually those words end a message like this but I am beginning with them to emphasize how much I regret disappointing my family, my fans, and myself. I can offer an explanation but I make no excuse for my unacceptable behavior."
"For the past 5 days, I have been taking prescription pain medication to help me manage a cyst behind my knee cap, which is scheduled for corrective surgery on Monday morning," Nicholas continued, "I made the poor decision to mix this prescribed medication with alcohol. The result was embarrassing and unacceptable."
The "Criminal Minds" actor, who was arrested in Idaho on Friday night for creating disturbance at a hotel and charged with two misdemeanors; malicious injury to property and resisting or obstructing officers, said, "I intend to seek appropriate treatment and therapy for my medical ailments as well as my emotional demons."
He concluded, "Again: I apologize. Those two small words don't begin to express my regrets, but they do mark the beginning of my recovery. During this difficult time, I appreciate understanding as I pursue rehabilitation - and I value support as I earn redemption with my family, friends, and fans."
