Tom Guiry, 'The Sandlot' Star, Arrested for Assault and Battery

Tom Guiry, who played Scotty Smalls in the classic film "The Sandlot," was arrested on June 2 in South Carolina and charged with assault and battery.

Tom Guiry, the actor best known for his role as Scotty Smalls in the beloved film "The Sandlot," was arrested on June 2 in South Carolina and charged with assault and battery. The 42-year-old actor was also charged with malicious injury (damage) to personal property, according to the Horry County Sheriff's Office.

Guiry was released from custody on June 3 after pleading guilty to his charges, including an additional charge of disorderly conduct. He was ordered to pay $757 in fines and was credited with time served.

Tom Guiry, 'The Sandlot' Star, Arrested for Assault and Battery

According to a police report obtained by local outlet WBTW, Guiry was seen throwing a dumbbell into the windshield of his neighbor's jeep on June 2. The 35-pound weight was reportedly hauled over Guiry's head before being tossed into the windshield. He then walked back to his home in his Myrtle Beach-area neighborhood.

The neighbor reportedly confronted Guiry, who allegedly replied, "That sucks man, I'll pay you back, I'm sorry, I'm gonna get you back." Guiry also reportedly uttered, "I did it. I'm sorry man. I'm coming back to get you... I... sorry, brother, I'll pay you back."

Tom Guiry, 'The Sandlot' Star, Arrested for Assault and Battery

The neighbor also claimed that Guiry came to his front door while holding a knife and followed the neighbor's wife into the garage while holding the knife before the neighbor confronted him, WBTW reported.

Guiry gained fame for his role as Scotty Smalls in "The Sandlot," a classic film about a group of boys who play baseball in the summer. He has also appeared in beloved classics such as "Lassie," "Black Hawk Down," and "Mystic River."

Tom Guiry, 'The Sandlot' Star, Arrested for Assault and Battery

Representatives for Guiry have not immediately responded to requests for comment.

This arrest marks a departure from Guiry's previous public image. He has been largely out of the spotlight in recent years, focusing on his family and personal life. The details of the arrest and the charges against him have come as a surprise to many fans.

Tom Guiry, 'The Sandlot' Star, Arrested for Assault and Battery

It remains to be seen whether the charges will have a significant impact on Guiry's career. He has not yet been scheduled for any upcoming projects, and it is unclear whether he will face further legal repercussions.

The incident has sparked a discussion about the pressures and challenges faced by former child stars. Guiry's arrest has served as a reminder that even those who achieve fame and success at a young age are not immune to the struggles that can come with navigating adulthood.

Tom Guiry, 'The Sandlot' Star, Arrested for Assault and Battery