Nick Pasqual, an actor known for his role in 'How I Met Your Mother,' has been sentenced to 32 years to life in prison for the attempted murder of his estranged girlfriend, Allie Shehorn, a Los Angeles-based makeup artist. The sentencing follows a jury trial where Pasqual was also convicted of rape, first-degree burglary, and injuring a spouse or partner. The attack occurred on May 23, 2024, when Pasqual allegedly broke into Shehorn's Shadow Hills home and stabbed her more than 20 times. Shehorn suffered severe injuries, including visible scars on her hands and neck, and required emergency surgery and intensive care. Prosecutors stated that Pasqual fled California after the attack but was later apprehended at a border checkpoint in Texas and extradited to Los Angeles.
Background and Legal Context
Days before the attack, Shehorn had filed a restraining order against Pasqual, citing sexual and physical assault. While the order was approved, it remains unclear whether Pasqual was served before the stabbing. The couple had met on the set of Zack Snyder’s film 'Rebel Moon', where Pasqual worked as a background actor and Shehorn as a makeup artist. Following the attack, Shehorn sued Pasqual for sexual battery, assault, and negligence, among other counts.
Key Details from the Trial
During the trial, Shehorn testified while displaying scars from the attack. She described how Pasqual broke into her home and pursued her, forcing her to barricade herself in a bathroom. Her friend, Christine White, discovered her lying in a pool of blood and called emergency services. Pasqual was initially arrested for domestic violence on May 18, 2024, and released on $50,000 bond, but he allegedly attacked Shehorn shortly after his release.