Disney actor Matt Prokop mugshot released after child pornography charges
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Fox News Digital has confirmed that former Disney actor Matt Prokop’s mugshot has been released following his recent arrest in Texas on child pornography and assault-related charges.
In the newly released booking photo from the Victoria County Sheriff’s Office, Prokop stared ahead with wide eyes and a confused expression as an officer held a booking placard in front of him.
In the photo, Prokop’s teeth were slightly visible and his brown hair was parted to one side, partially covering his forehead.
FORMER DISNEY ACTOR MATT PROKOP ARRESTED IN Texas ON ALLEGATIONS OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY AND ASSAULT
Matt Prokop was arrested in Texas in December. (Victoria County Sheriff’s Office)
The former “High School Musical 3: Senior” actor, 35, wore a patterned shirt with gray sleeves.
Fox News Digital confirmed that Prokop was arrested on December 24 in Victoria County, Texas. An employee at the Victoria County Jail confirmed the arrest and said the former Disney actor faces a number of charges.
According to authorities, Prokop was arrested on four misdemeanor charges, including violation of bail or protective order, evading arrest or custody and two charges of resisting arrest, search or transport.
Fox News Digital confirmed that Prokop was arrested on December 24 in Victoria County, Texas. (Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic/Getty Images)
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In addition to misdemeanors, Prokop also faces warrants for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in a dating or domestic violence case.
He was also charged with possession of child pornography, a second-degree felony.
Sarah Hyland previously accused Prokop of being verbally and physically abusive during their five-year relationship, which ended in 2014. (Michael Kovac/Getty Images for EJAF)
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The arrest sparked renewed interest in Prokop’s troubled past, particularly allegations raised years ago by actress Sarah Hyland.
The “Modern Family” star previously accused Prokop of verbal and physical abuse during their five-year relationship, which ended in 2014. In court filings at the time, Hyland claimed Prokop slammed her into a vehicle and strangled her during a confrontation in May 2014.
Matt Prokop photographed for “High School Musical 3” on October 21, 2008. (David Cooper/Toronto Star via Getty Images)
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Claiming that the situation then escalated further, the woman claimed that Prokop threatened to kill her dog and set her house on fire after she tried to end the relationship.
Other Disney shows and movies featuring Prokop include “Geek Charming,” “Hannah Montana” and “Good Luck Charlie.”
