Former 'Hunger Games' Star Arrested Again for Assault

Ethan Jamieson, 27, faces multiple charges after allegedly firing a gun at a vehicle in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 3:13am

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Ethan Jamieson, who played a tribute in the 2012 film 'The Hunger Games', was arrested on March 23 in Raleigh, North Carolina for assault with a deadly weapon. Police say Jamieson, 27, fired a single gunshot from a 9mm semi-automatic handgun at a vehicle with three occupants. This is Jamieson's second arrest in over a year, as he was previously charged with resisting a public officer in March 2025.

Why it matters

Jamieson's arrest raises concerns about the former child star's well-being and the challenges some actors face transitioning from child roles to adult careers. The incident also highlights the broader issue of gun violence and the need for improved mental health support and resources for young performers.

The details

According to police, officers responded to reports of shots fired and located the victims, who said an unknown suspect on an e-bike had fired at their vehicle. Authorities identified Jamieson as the shooter and charged him with three counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. His court date is set for April 30.

  • Jamieson was arrested on March 23, 2026.
  • He was previously arrested in March 2025 for resisting a public officer.
  • Jamieson was sentenced for the 2025 offense on March 26, 2026, just three days before the latest alleged assault.

The players

Ethan Jamieson

A 27-year-old former child actor who played a tribute in the 2012 film 'The Hunger Games'. Jamieson has faced multiple legal issues in recent years, including a previous arrest in 2025.

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

The three occupants of the vehicle that Jamieson allegedly fired upon.

Lieutenant David Davis

A spokesperson for the Raleigh Police Department who provided details about the incident.

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What they’re saying

“'Upon arrival, officers located the victim, who reported that an unknown suspect riding an e-bike had fired a shot at their vehicle while they were driving. Two additional occupants were inside the vehicle at the time of the incident.'”

— Lieutenant David Davis, Raleigh Police Department

“'I want to be just a normal person.'”

— Ethan Jamieson

What’s next

Jamieson's court date for the latest charges is set for April 30. The outcome of that hearing and any potential impact on his previous sentence will be closely watched.

The takeaway

Jamieson's arrests highlight the challenges some child actors face transitioning to adult careers and the need for better mental health support and resources for young performers. This case also raises broader questions about gun violence and public safety.