Hunger Games Actor Arrested for Assault with Intent to Kill

Ethan Jamieson faces multiple felony charges after alleged handgun attack on three men in Raleigh

Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:05am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a 9mm semi-automatic handgun magazine against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the weapon allegedly used in the assault.The alleged use of a 9mm handgun in this incident highlights the broader issue of gun violence and the need for better mental health resources in the entertainment industry.Today in Raleigh

Ethan Jamieson, known for his role in The Hunger Games, has been arrested and charged with three counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. The charges stem from an alleged incident on March 23 in Raleigh, North Carolina, where Jamieson is accused of using a 9mm semi-automatic handgun to assault three men. Jamieson was denied bail on April 9 and is awaiting his disposition hearing on April 30.

Why it matters

This is the second time in the past year and a half that Jamieson has been arrested, raising concerns about his behavior and potential mental health issues. The alleged assault with a deadly weapon also highlights the broader issue of gun violence and the need for better mental health resources and support for those in the entertainment industry.

The details

According to court documents, Jamieson, 27, was arrested on April 8 for the March 23 incident in Raleigh, North Carolina. He is accused of using a 9mm semi-automatic handgun to assault three men, referred to as E.F., J.M., and K.W. Jamieson was charged with three felony counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. On April 9, he was denied bail and is now awaiting his disposition hearing on April 30.

  • Jamieson was arrested on April 8 for the March 23 incident.
  • He was denied bail on April 9 and is awaiting his disposition hearing on April 30.
  • In March 2025, Jamieson was previously arrested in Raleigh for resisting a public officer.

The players

Ethan Jamieson

A 27-year-old actor known for his role in The Hunger Games film franchise, who has now been arrested twice in the past year and a half for various charges.

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

The three men Jamieson is accused of assaulting with a 9mm semi-automatic handgun on March 23 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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What’s next

Jamieson's disposition hearing is scheduled for April 30, where a judge will determine the next steps in his case.

The takeaway

This incident raises serious concerns about Jamieson's behavior and mental health, as well as the broader issue of gun violence and the need for better support systems for those in the entertainment industry. The case will be closely watched as it progresses through the legal system.