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"Alec Baldwin's Emotional Control and Defense Strategy in 'Rust' Shooting Case"
legalcrime1 year ago

"Alec Baldwin's Emotional Control and Defense Strategy in 'Rust' Shooting Case"

Prosecutors argue that Alec Baldwin had no control over his emotions on the set of "Rust," contributing to safety failures, and constructed a false narrative after accidentally shooting the film’s cinematographer. They claim that Baldwin repeatedly changed his story and deflected responsibility onto others. The defense team has alleged prosecutorial abuses, while the prosecutor detailed reasons for dropping felony charges against Baldwin and offering a misdemeanor plea deal before indicting him on a felony charge. The defense contends procedural and legal defects with the indictment, while the prosecutor maintains that the indictment proceeded by the book.

"Alec Baldwin Pleads Not Guilty to New Involuntary Manslaughter Charge in 'Rust' Shooting"
legalcrime1 year ago

"Alec Baldwin Pleads Not Guilty to New Involuntary Manslaughter Charge in 'Rust' Shooting"

Alec Baldwin pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the accidental shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust." The incident occurred when Baldwin was holding a prop gun that fired a live round, killing Hutchins and wounding director Joel Souza. Baldwin waived arraignment and maintained that he did not pull the trigger, while the assistant director and armorer involved have also pleaded not guilty to related charges.

"Alec Baldwin Faces Involuntary Manslaughter Charge in 'Rust' Shooting Indictment"
legalcrime2 years ago

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

Alec Baldwin has been indicted on a charge of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film "Rust." If convicted, he could face up to 18 months in prison. The decision to indict him comes after a New Mexico grand jury heard evidence presented by special prosecutors. Baldwin's attorneys have stated that they look forward to their day in court. The film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, has also been charged with involuntary manslaughter, and her trial is set to begin in February.

Unseen footage reveals Alec Baldwin firing blanks from prop gun in 'Rust'
entertainment2 years ago

Unseen footage reveals Alec Baldwin firing blanks from prop gun in 'Rust'

Previously unreleased videos obtained by NBC News show Alec Baldwin handling prop guns and interacting with crew members on the set of "Rust" before the fatal shooting incident. The footage includes Baldwin expressing concerns about crew safety and preparing for scenes. Special prosecutors in New Mexico will convene a grand jury to consider recharging Baldwin with involuntary manslaughter. The videos, totaling about seven minutes, are part of the evidence requested by prosecutors. Baldwin's attorneys have not yet commented on the footage.

Prosecutors claim 'Rust' weapons expert was hungover during fatal movie set shooting.
crime2 years ago

Prosecutors claim 'Rust' weapons expert was hungover during fatal movie set shooting.

The armorer on the set of the movie “Rust” likely loaded a prop gun used by actor Alec Baldwin with a live round of ammunition during a rehearsal, killing cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, because she was hungover and had been drinking heavily and smoking marijuana, prosecutors said in a court filing. The armorer, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, will plead not guilty to two counts of involuntary manslaughter. Involuntary manslaughter charges against Baldwin were dismissed in April due to “new facts” in the case, but the investigation is “active and on-going,” and a final decision on charges against him will be made before August 8.

Alec Baldwin's Charges Dropped in Rust Shooting Case.
crime2 years ago

Alec Baldwin's Charges Dropped in Rust Shooting Case.

The involuntary manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin in the Rust shooting have been dropped due to a malfunction with the prop gun he was holding, which discharged a fatal shot at cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in 2021. The gun was found to be mechanically improper, with worn joints and a malfunctioning trigger control, leading prosecutors to conclude that it could fire without pressure on the trigger. Although the charges are being dismissed, a follow-up investigation will continue. Baldwin thanked his wife and lawyer in an Instagram post. The charges against Rust's weapons supervisor, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, are still in place.