An actor who appeared in “How I Met Your Mother” and other TV shows is set to be sentenced Tuesday for the 2024 attempted murder of a Hollywood makeup artist, whom he was dating.
Nick Pasqual, 36, was also found guilty last month by a jury of forcible rape, first-degree burglary, injuring a spouse or partner, and special allegations that he inflicted great bodily injury on the victim under circumstances involving domestic violence and that he personally used a knife during the crime, according to the District Attorney’s Office.
He could face a maximum penalty of life in state prison Tuesday at sentencing in the San Fernando Courthouse.
Pasqual’s ex-girlfriend, Allie Shehorn, testified against him during the trial, according to media reports.
Authorities said Pasqual broke into Shehorn’s Sunland home about 4:30 a.m. on May 23, 2024, and stabbed her multiple times, then fled before being detained at a border checkpoint in Texas.
Following the attack, Shehorn reportedly underwent emergency surgery and spent days in intensive care.
This is a heartbreaking case. My thoughts are with Allie Shehorn as she continues her recovery and healing journey. The courage she showed in surviving the attack and testifying in court is remarkable. Cases like this highlight the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of taking threats and warning signs seriously. Thank you for reporting on this story and keeping attention on the experiences of survivors.