Actor Emile Davenport Hirsch has been convicted of a felony assault for allegations of attacking a female Hollywood executive. The incident took place during the Sundance Film Festival that was held in January. The police was called on January 25 and reported the assault case that occurred at a party at the Tao nightclub that took place in Park City, Utah. Hirsh was charged with putting the female executive in a chokehold.
Police said that the assault is a felony and if the actor is found guilty, he could have to spend up to 5 years in jail. In addition, he will also be fined $5000 if found guilty. Hirsch’s first court hearing has been scheduled for March 16.
According to the Summit County Attorney’s Office, the actor wrapped his arms around the female executive and put her in a chokehold. The victim and other eyewitnesses, also said that Hirsch then hauled her to a table. Then he dragged her onto the floor and landed on top of the woman. The reports were shared by the attorney’s office. It was also mentioned that the victim felt a blackout for a short span of time.
In addition, Hirsch has also been alleged of misdemeanor intoxication. In fact, the victim also told the law enforcement authorities how the intoxicated actor got into a discourteous conversation with the victim just before the incident. He asked the woman why she was ‘so tough’ and also commented that the lady was a ‘rich kid’ who should not have come to the Sundance. The actor attacked her when she moved to another table to distance herself from him.
Hirsch is known for his appearances in Milk,” “Into the Wild,” “Lone Survivor,” and “The Girl Next Door.” The victim was identified as Paramount Pictures’ executive, Daniele Bernfeld, as confirmed by the prosecutor of the Summit County, Ryan Stack.