Nassau County Native Danny Masterson's Rape Trial Ends In Mistrial

GARDEN CITY, NY — The rape trial of actor Danny Masterson, a Nassau County native, has ended in a deadlock. A Los Angeles judge declared a mistrial on Wednesday, multiple media outlets reported, after the jury failed to reach a verdict after deliberating since Nov. 15.

Masterson, best known for his role on "That '70s Show," was accused of raping three women in the early 2000s. The women claimed during the trial that because of their involvement in the Church of Scientology, they were discouraged from pressing charges at the time.

Masterson, 46, attended Garden City High School and grew up in Garden City and East Williston. He is a practicing Scientologist. He is married to actress Bijou Philips, and they have one daughter.

He was facing 46 years to life in prison if convicted.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office issued a statement on Wednesday saying “we will now consider our next steps as it relates to prosecuting this case.”

“While we are disappointed with the outcome in this trial, we thank the jurors for their service. We also want to give our heartfelt appreciation to the victims for bravely stepping forward and recounting their harrowing experiences.”

Masterson did not respond to any requests for comments. He did not testify and pleaded not guilty.