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'Office' star Craig Robinson arrested

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  • Robinson accused of having ecstasy and methamphetamine
  • Robinson is Darryl Philbin on "The Office," also in "Pineapple Express"
  • He is also charged with being under the influence; court date is August 21
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LOS ANGELES, California (AP) -- Prosecutors have filed felony drug charges against Craig Phillip Robinson, an actor best known for his role as Darryl Philbin on NBC's "The Office."

Craig Phillip Robinson is shown in character as Darryl Philbin on NBC's "The Office."

Craig Phillip Robinson is shown in character as Darryl Philbin on NBC's "The Office."

According to documents released Friday, police in Culver City arrested Robinson on June 29 on suspicion of possessing MDMA, also known as ecstasy, and methamphetamine. He was released the same day after posting bail, jail records show.

Los Angeles County prosecutors charged Robinson with two felony counts of drug possession and one count of being under the influence of illegal drugs.

Robinson's publicist declined comment Friday. The 36-year-old is scheduled to appear in court August 21.

He is familiar to television audiences for his portrayal of Philbin, a warehouse foreman on "The Office." He also recently appeared in the comedy film "Pineapple Express."

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