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legalcrime1 year ago

"Rust Film Armorer Receives 18-Month Prison Sentence for Fatal On-Set Shooting"

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the armorer on the set of the film Rust, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The judge criticized Gutierrez-Reed for failing to take responsibility for her role in the incident. The trial for actor and co-producer Alec Baldwin, who was involved in the shooting, is set for July. The case has raised concerns about safety on Hollywood sets and prompted a halt in the use of real firearms in film and television productions.

via The Guardian US|
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crime-and-justice1 year ago

'Rust' Armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed Faces Sentencing for Fatal On-Set Shooting

"Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez faces up to 18 months in prison for involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on set, with prosecutors requesting a serious violent offender designation due to her recklessness. Her attorneys sought probation, citing her lack of criminal history and youth. The jury found her guilty of involuntary manslaughter but acquitted her of tampering with evidence. Prosecutors argued she repeatedly failed to maintain firearm safety, while the defense called her a "convenient scapegoat." Gutierrez's attorneys requested a conditional discharge, but prosecutors opposed it, citing her failure to accept responsibility. Alec Baldwin, who fired the fatal shot, also faces involuntary manslaughter charges.

via ABC News|
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crime-and-justice1 year ago

'Rust' Armorer's Lack of Remorse Highlighted in Jail Calls and Sentencing Request

"Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez, convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, has shown no "genuine remorse" in jail calls, according to prosecutors. Gutierrez faces sentencing and possible 18 months in prison, with her attorneys seeking a conditional discharge. Prosecutors oppose this, citing her failure to accept responsibility and her complaints in jail calls. They request an 18-month sentence with a serious violent offender designation due to her "extreme recklessness." Alec Baldwin, also charged in the shooting, has filed a motion to dismiss the charge, and his trial is scheduled for July.

via ABC News|
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legalcrime1 year ago

'Rust' Movie Armorer Found Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter in Alec Baldwin Shooting

Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the armorer for the movie "Rust," was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the on-set shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins but acquitted of evidence tampering. The verdict highlighted the movie industry's safety standards and violations. The prosecution argued that Gutierrez Reed's failures allowed live rounds to make their way onto the set, while her defense attorney argued that the blame lies elsewhere. Alec Baldwin, who also faces involuntary manslaughter charges, is expected to stand trial in July. The trial revealed safety failures and negligence on the movie set, with the assistant film director admitting to negligence in checking the gun properly.

via CNN|
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legalcrime1 year ago

'Rust' Armorer Convicted of Involuntary Manslaughter in Cinematographer Shooting

"Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez has been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the fatal on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, facing up to 18 months in prison. The jury found her not guilty of tampering with evidence. Prosecutors argued that Gutierrez's negligence led to the death of Hutchins, while the defense claimed she was a "convenient scapegoat." The trial revealed evidence of live rounds on set and raised questions about firearm safety practices. Actor Alec Baldwin, also charged with involuntary manslaughter, is scheduled for trial in July.

via ABC News|
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crime-and-justice1 year ago

'Rust' Trial Testimonies: Negligence, Tears, and Unprofessional Conduct

The trial for the fatal shooting on the set of "Rust" began with emotional testimony from the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed's boss admitting to discarding live rounds in a state of panic, and the director describing the chaos after being shot. Witnesses described Gutierrez-Reed's behavior as "sloppy" and "unprofessional," with concerns raised about gun safety on set. Bodycam footage showed Gutierrez-Reed expressing regret and admitting to lack of official training, while an expert testified that the gun was in proper working order. It remains uncertain whether Gutierrez-Reed will testify in her own defense.

via NBC News|
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crime-and-justice1 year ago

'Rust' Armorer Testifies About Alec Baldwin's Handling of Gun Before Fatal Shooting

Behind-the-scenes footage from the set of "Rust" shows Alec Baldwin using a gun as a "pointing stick" and rushing the film's armorer to reload his weapon for a second take. The footage was presented during the trial against armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, who is accused of involuntary manslaughter in the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. A veteran armorer testified that safety procedures were overlooked, with Baldwin firing blanks too close to camera operators and instructing the armorer in an unsafe manner. Gutierrez-Reed is accused of loading a live round instead of a blank into the gun used by Baldwin. Baldwin is separately facing manslaughter charges for firing the gun that killed Hutchins, with his trial expected to begin in July.

via New York Post |
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entertainment1 year ago

'Rust' Trial: Testimony Reveals Tense Moments Before Fatal Shooting

The "Rust" assistant director, Dave Halls, testified about the moments leading up to the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, recalling his firearm checks with armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed and admitting to negligence in the safety procedures. Halls disputed claims made by Alec Baldwin and Gutierrez Reed about the gun being declared safe before the shooting. Video footage shown in court revealed safety failures and rushing of the filming process. The trial also highlighted the responsibilities of the armorer in ensuring safety measures are followed, with Gutierrez Reed's legal team claiming Baldwin ignored requests for additional safety training.

via Fox News|
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legalcourt-proceedings1 year ago

'Rust' Armorer's Emotional Testimony and Distress During Trial

Jurors in the trial of "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez watched footage of her being interviewed by law enforcement after the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Gutierrez expressed regret and confusion about the incident, claiming she had checked the prop gun's rounds and that the live round was a result of a discharged dummy. She also disclosed bringing in loose dummies from a prior film set. Gutierrez has pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter and tampering with evidence charges, with the defense arguing that she was made a "scapegoat" and that the production created a chaotic scene. Alec Baldwin, also charged with involuntary manslaughter, has denied pulling the trigger on the gun.

via ABC News|
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entertainment1 year ago

"Emotional Testimony and FBI Analysis: Updates on Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' Trial"

Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust" in October 2021 has been scheduled for July, with jury selection set to begin on July 9. Baldwin, who pleaded not guilty, faces the charge after accidentally shooting Hutchins while practicing a cross-draw. Two others involved in the shooting, armorer Hannah Gutierrez and first assistant director David Halls, have also faced charges. Gutierrez's trial began last week, with prosecutors alleging she tampered with evidence by handing off a small bag of cocaine after the shooting. Defense attorney Jason Bowles claimed the production created a chaotic scene, taking away from Gutierrez's job as lead armorer and not providing sufficient training for the crew on firearms.

via ABC News|
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legalcrime1 year ago

'Rust' Armorer's Manslaughter Trial Begins Over Set Safety and Live Ammo

The manslaughter trial of "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, who loaded the gun involved in the on-set shooting that killed the movie's cinematographer, began with prosecutors accusing her of performing inadequate safety checks and being responsible for live ammunition on the set. The defense argued that she was being scapegoated due to her lack of power on the set. Alec Baldwin, who was rehearsing with the gun, is being tried separately on an involuntary manslaughter charge.

via The New York Times|
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legalcourt1 year ago

'Rust' Armorer Trial: Safety, Negligence, and Opening Statements

The trial of "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez has begun in New Mexico, with the prosecution alleging she failed to adhere to essential safety procedures and tampered with evidence following the on-set death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Gutierrez has pleaded not guilty to charges of involuntary manslaughter and evidence tampering. The defense argues that the production created a chaotic environment and made Gutierrez a scapegoat, while also claiming that evidence has been tampered with. The trial is expected to last two weeks, with both sides presenting their arguments and evidence.

via ABC News|
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legalcrime1 year ago

"Alec Baldwin Pleads Not Guilty to 'Rust' Shooting Charges"

Alec Baldwin pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust" and waived his right to an arraignment. He was previously charged with the same crime in January 2022, but the charges were dropped in April due to the need for further testing on the firearm. The actor maintained that he never pulled the trigger, but the FBI ruled that the revolver couldn't have fired without the trigger being pulled. The film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, has also been charged with the same crime and is awaiting trial. If convicted, Baldwin could face 18 months in prison.

via New York Post |
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legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

"Alec Baldwin Faces Involuntary Manslaughter Charges in 'Rust' Shooting Indictment"

Alec Baldwin has been indicted by a grand jury for felony involuntary manslaughter in connection with the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie "Rust." The indictment provides prosecutors with two alternative standards for the charge, based on the negligent use of a firearm or causing death without due caution. Baldwin's defense attorneys plan to fight the charge, and the case is set for trial. Additionally, the armorer of "Rust," Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, is facing separate trials for involuntary manslaughter and evidence tampering, which could provide insights into the prosecution's approach and potential witness testimony for Baldwin's case.

via PBS NewsHour|
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legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

"Alec Baldwin Faces Involuntary Manslaughter Charges in 'Rust' Shooting Indictment"

Alec Baldwin faces a felony involuntary manslaughter charge following a grand jury indictment related to the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust." The indictment provides prosecutors with two alternative standards for the charge, based on the negligent use of a firearm or causing death without due caution. Baldwin's defense attorneys plan to fight the charge, which carries a potential prison sentence of up to 18 months. The case also involves upcoming trials for "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed and insights into prosecution strategies and witness testimony.

via ABC News|
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