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In Las Vegas, Nevada, a judge was assaulted by a defendant during a sentencing hearing. The defendant, Deobra Delone Redden, attacked Judge Mary Kay Holthus, resulting in injuries to both the judge and a courtroom marshal. The incident, which was recorded on courtroom video, saw Redden face additional felony charges. The court is now reviewing safety protocols to better protect judges, the public, and court employees.
In Las Vegas, a defendant, Deobra Delone Redden, attacked Nevada District Judge Mary Kay Holthus during his sentencing for a felony battery case. The incident, which resulted in injuries to the judge and a courtroom marshal, was captured on courtroom video. Redden, who was not in custody prior to the hearing, now faces additional felony charges including battery on a protected person. The court is reviewing security protocols following the attack. Judge Holthus, with extensive legal experience, was not hospitalized, while the marshal received treatment for his injuries.