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The U.S. Education Department will investigate Brown University to determine if it complied with the Clery Act regarding crime reporting and safety procedures following a mass shooting that resulted in two deaths and nine injuries.
Testimony at the trial for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins by Alec Baldwin during a movie rehearsal turned emotional and argumentative as an eyewitness recounted gun misfires, crew members walking out, and a "ludicrous" pace of work. The trial also featured a video of Baldwin practicing a cross-draw maneuver with the revolver that killed Hutchins, along with searing testimony from a crew member who described the chaotic aftermath of the shooting. Prosecutors argue that the armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, is to blame for bringing live ammunition on set, while defense attorneys highlight her unusual disadvantage and vulnerability as a part-time, 24-year-old armorer without trade-union membership.
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.
A New Mexico court rejected a request to dismiss the case against Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the armorer on the set of the movie Rust where cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed. A deep dive into the set's dysfunction reveals a series of terrible decisions and safety failures, including the hiring of an inexperienced armorer, inadequate safety procedures, and mishandling of evidence. The trial is expected to be messy, with focus on Gutierrez-Reed's actions and the unsafe working environment, while others involved in the production may face civil cases.
Boeing reported a 29% decrease in January deliveries, with 25 737 MAX aircraft delivered, and three gross orders booked, the lowest since 2019. The company faces pressure from regulators, lawmakers, and customers following a mid-air cabin panel blowout incident. Additionally, a new quality glitch was discovered by supplier Spirit Aerosystems, potentially affecting deliveries of about 50 planes. Boeing's backlog decreased, and CEO Dave Calhoun stated that the company would not issue aircraft delivery targets for 2024 as it focuses on meeting safety standards and customer demands.
Charlottesville City Schools is addressing concerns about safety at Charlottesville High School after several fights and other incidents caused the school to close for several days. Faculty and staff have been expressing their concerns and discussing safety procedures. While the idea of implementing weapons detectors is being considered, the school division emphasizes the importance of building relationships as the top investment in security and safety. There are currently no plans to bring back school resource officers.
A 6-year-old child was found injured under the Galaxy Spin rollercoaster at Fun Spot in Kissimmee, Florida. The child was taken to the hospital with traumatic injuries, and their condition is currently unknown. The ride has been closed pending an investigation by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, which found no mechanical issues during an inspection. Fun Spot stated that they will not reopen the ride until they are certain that a similar incident will not occur again.
An airport worker died after being "ingested" into the engine of a Delta plane at San Antonio International Airport. The worker was employed by Unifi, a company that Delta contracts with to support ground-handling operations. This is the second incident of its kind in six months. Officials have not yet publicly identified the victim. Unifi said that based on their own preliminary investigation, the incident did not appear to be related to company operational processes, safety procedures or policies.