Former 'Hunger Games' Actor Charged with Assault with Deadly Weapon

Ethan Jamieson, who played a tribute in the 2012 film, allegedly attacked three men with a handgun in North Carolina

Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:39am

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An extreme close-up of a 9mm semi-automatic handgun magazine, the metal surface reflecting the harsh flash of the camera against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the dangerous weapon allegedly used in this crime.The alleged use of a 9mm handgun in this incident exposes the dangerous intersection of celebrity, mental health, and gun violence.Today in Raleigh

Ethan Jamieson, a former actor who played a tribute in the 2012 film 'The Hunger Games', has been arrested and charged with assaulting three men with a deadly weapon with the intent to kill. The alleged incident occurred in Raleigh, North Carolina, where Jamieson was previously arrested for resisting a public officer in 2025.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about the challenges some child actors face transitioning to adult life, as well as the broader issue of gun violence and the need for better mental health support and resources for those struggling with the pressures of fame.

The details

According to reports, Jamieson, 27, allegedly attacked the three men, identified only as E.F., J.M., and K.W., with a 9mm semi-automatic handgun. The specific details of the incident and the victims' conditions have not been released. Jamieson had a guest role on the TV show 'One Tree Hill' in 2009 and his last acting credit was a 2013 episode of 'Justified'.

  • In March 2025, Jamieson was previously arrested for 'resisting a public officer' in Raleigh.
  • On March 26, Jamieson was sentenced for the 2025 offense.

The players

Ethan Jamieson

A 27-year-old former actor who played a tribute in the 2012 film 'The Hunger Games' and had a guest role on 'One Tree Hill' in 2009.

E.F., J.M., and K.W.

The three alleged victims of Jamieson's assault, whose full names have not been released.

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What they’re saying

“I knew that the books were popular, but I didn't know that the movie was going to be so big.”

— Ethan Jamieson, Former 'Hunger Games' Actor

“There are a lot of good things [about production], but pulling pranks on each other was pretty fun.”

— Ethan Jamieson, Former 'Hunger Games' Actor

What’s next

Jamieson is currently in custody, and authorities are investigating the details of the alleged assault. The court will determine whether to grant him bail at a hearing in the coming days.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the challenges some child actors face transitioning to adult life and the need for better mental health support and resources for those struggling with the pressures of fame. It also underscores the broader issue of gun violence and the importance of addressing the root causes to prevent such incidents from occurring.