James Handy, a prolific actor with nearly 150 screen credits, has been brutally murdered, allegedly by his girlfriend's son. The chilling 911 call made by the suspect has been released.
Details of the Incident
Authorities responded to the 19200 block of Erwin Street in Tarzana, Los Angeles, on Wednesday morning after a caller stated, "I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin." Upon arrival, officers found 81-year-old Handy unconscious in the front yard of a home, suffering from multiple stab wounds to the chest. He was rushed to a local hospital but was pronounced dead.
Suspect Apprehended
Shortly after the attack, 44-year-old Michael Gledhill waved down officers and confessed to the crime, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Gledhill is the son of Handy's girlfriend and was living with his mother at the time of the incident. He was arrested for murder, with bail set at $2 million.
James Handy's Career
Handy's acting career began in the 1970s. He appeared in numerous films, including Top Gun: Maverick (where he played bartender Jimmy), Jumanji (1995, as an exterminator), and Taps. He also had roles in television shows such as The West Wing, 9-1-1, NCIS: Los Angeles, CSI: NY, The Young and the Restless, Castle, Criminal Minds, Cold Case, Without a Trace, ER, The X-Files, and Mulaney. His IMDb page lists nearly 150 acting credits.
Ongoing Investigation
The motive for the attack remains unclear. Police are continuing their investigation. This story originally appeared on Page Six and is republished here with permission.
