A New Mexico judge has denied armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed's request for a new trial, upholding her involuntary manslaughter conviction related to the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Reed, ordered to serve her 18-month sentence, faced accusations of negligence on set in the 2021 shooting incident involving actor Alec Baldwin. Baldwin's trial for involuntary manslaughter has seen charges dismissed due to evidence issues, while assistant director David Halls received a plea deal for negligent use of a deadly weapon.
Following the dismissal of Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter charge, armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed has filed a motion for a new trial, citing discovery violations and extreme misconduct. The judge dismissed Baldwin's case with prejudice, preventing the charge from being brought again. Gutierrez Reed, found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, received an 18-month prison sentence and was also acquitted of evidence tampering. Baldwin's lawyers accused the prosecution of concealing evidence related to live ammunition, leading to the case's dismissal.
A prosecutor has asked a New Mexico judge to reconsider the dismissal of an involuntary manslaughter charge against Alec Baldwin in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of a Western movie SANTA FE, N.M. -- A prosecutor has asked a New Mexico judge to reconsider the decision to dismiss an involuntary manslaughter charge against Alec Baldwin in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of a Western movie, according to a a court filing made public Wednesday. Special prosecutor Kari Morrissey said there were insufficient facts to support the ruling in state district court and no violation of Baldwins due process rights. Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the case against Baldwin in July halfway through a trial based on the withholding of evidence by police and prosecutors from the defense in the 2021 shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film Rust.
Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter charge related to the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the "Rust" film set was dismissed with prejudice by Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer after two days of jury testimony. During the trial, jurors expressed doubts about Baldwin's guilt, contending that the evidence did not support claims of recklessness or grave carelessness on set. The incident occurred on October 21, 2021, when a gun Baldwin was holding accidentally discharged, resulting in Hutchins' death.
Quentin Tarantino discussed the 2021 shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins by Alec Baldwin on Bill Maher's podcast, attributing 90% of responsibility to the armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed and 10% to Baldwin. A New Mexico judge dismissed the manslaughter case against Baldwin, citing evidence mishandling by prosecutors. Gutierrez-Reed was sentenced to 18 months for involuntary manslaughter. Tarantino emphasized that actors should check their weapons to ensure safety on set, while Baldwin continues to face public scrutiny following the incident.
Prosecutors argue that the involuntary manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust" should not have been dismissed, claiming the judge misunderstood testimony related to the case. Baldwin's lawyers argued misconduct in withholding ammunition-related evidence led to the dismissal. While Baldwin maintains the shooting was an accident, armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed has been convicted of similar charges and requested a new trial for alleged prosecutorial misconduct. The validity of the evidence concerning the ammunition remains disputed.
Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter case was sensationally dismissed in Santa Fe, New Mexico after prosecution errors impacted the fairness of the case. The judge highlighted issues with evidence handling, leading to the case being thrown out. Baldwin, who pleaded not guilty, was emotional upon hearing the decision. The case stemmed from an incident where he accidentally fired a live round on the set of Rust, resulting in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The armorer on set, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was previously found guilty. Baldwin's brother, Stephen Baldwin, posted a cryptic message on Instagram following the dismissal.
On October 21, 2021, at the Bonanza Creek Ranch in Bonanza City, New Mexico, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot and director Joel Souza was injured on the set of the film Rust when a live round was discharged from a revolver used as a prop by actor Alec Baldwin.The incident was investigated by the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office, the New Mexico First Judicial District Attorney, the New Mexico Occupational Health and Safety Bureau, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. On January 19, 2023, the Santa Fe district attorney announced that Baldwin and armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed would be charged with two counts each of involuntary manslaughter, and in the alternative with two counts each of manslaughter. First assistant director David Halls agreed to plead guilty to the charge of the negligent use of a deadly weapon. On January 31, 2023, Baldwin and Gutierrez-Reed were formally charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter. On February 23, 2023, Baldwin pleaded not guilty and on April 20, 2023, it was reported that prosecutors had informed Baldwin that the charges against him were being dropped. On June 22, 2023, Gutierrez-Reed was additionally charged with tampering with evidence and on August 9, 2023, she pleaded not guilty to both charges. Her trial took place from February 21 to March 6, 2024. On January 19, 2024, Baldwin was indicted again with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Halyna Hutchins and on January 31, 2024, he pleaded not guilty. His trial is scheduled on July 9 through July 19, 2024.The incident prompted a discourse on occupational safety in the film industry, the treatment of its employees, and the use of real guns as props.
Lawyer Gloria Allred representing the family of Halyna Hutchins in a civil trial criticizes Alec Baldwin for not apologizing after the manslaughter case was dismissed. Baldwin denied pulling the trigger in the fatal shooting on the set of Rust. The judge threw out the case due to withheld evidence on live ammunition source. The decision was described as shocking and devastating by Allred. Supporters, including celebrities, expressed relief for Baldwin. Despite the emotional courtroom scene, Baldwin faces no prison time if convicted.
Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins' family and attorney, Gloria Allred, plan to hold Alec Baldwin responsible for her 2021 on-set death despite the dismissal of involuntary manslaughter charges. Allred emphasized that the dismissal does not exonerate Baldwin for killing Hutchins by firing a loaded gun. Baldwin expressed gratitude for support after the charges were dropped. The judge cited prosecution withholding evidence for the dismissal, frustrating the family's pursuit of justice in Ukraine for Halyna's death.
During the first day of Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial in New Mexico, police body camera footage from the fatal 2021 shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was shown, depicting the chaotic scene with paramedics attending to Hutchins and director Joel Souza getting injured by the same prop gun. Baldwin, accused of violating firearm safety rules, maintained a stoic expression while watching the footage. The prosecution claimed Baldwin disregarded safety rules, while the defense argued he was just an actor not responsible for set safety. Baldwin's attorney asserted that he committed no crime.
The trial of Alec Baldwin has started in Santa Fe over the 2021 killing of Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, with the prosecutor arguing that Baldwin broke cardinal rules for handling guns while Baldwin's lawyer contends he was failed by the movie's set safety experts who were convicted in the case. The shooting occurred during a rehearsal when Baldwin pointed and fired a gun, resulting in Hutchins' death and director Joel Souza's injury.
Alec Baldwin is contemplating a civil rights lawsuit against the Santa Fe County Sheriffs Office following the dismissal of his manslaughter case, attributed to withheld evidence. A New Mexico judge ruled the prosecution failed to disclose crucial bullets to Baldwin's defense, violating Brady v. Maryland rules. His attorney has contacted sheriff officials to preserve evidence for potential litigation. The case involved the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins during the filming of 'Rust'.
Alec Baldwin, facing involuntary manslaughter charges for the accidental shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, is criticized for embracing a new reality show during his trial, seen as a damaging public relations move. Industry experts and defense attorneys consider it a distraction from the trial and a potential negative impact on his image. Meanwhile, Baldwin's wife, Hilaria, has been a constant presence at the trial and the couple has been criticized for their self-absorbed social media posts amid the ongoing legal proceedings.
Producers of Alec Baldwin's upcoming reality show, set to premiere in 2025 on TLC, have integrated the actor's trial into their storylines and are ready to continue filming even if he faces potential jail time for the Rust shooting incident. Baldwin, facing up to 18 months in prison if found guilty of manslaughter in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, has pleaded not guilty. The show will focus on his home life with wife Hilaria and their seven children. The trial is ongoing in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with proceedings livestreamed on Court TV.
In a recent Vanity Fair interview, director Joel Souza discussed the profound emotional impact the shooting incident on the set of Rust had on him. He described feeling internally ruined rather than having his career damaged. During a rehearsal, Alec Baldwin accidentally discharged a prop gun, resulting in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and wounding Souza. Baldwin was charged with involuntary manslaughter, but the case against him was dismissed. Souza emphasized the importance of finishing the film to honor Hutchins' memory and acknowledged her talent and potential in Hollywood.
Joel Souza, director of the film Rust, recounted the traumatic on-set shooting that injured him and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. In a Vanity Fair interview, he expressed how the incident deeply affected his mental health, leading him to experience nightmares and a desire not to live. Souza also discussed the aftermath, including his decision to complete the film to honor Hutchins' legacy and highlighted the legal repercussions faced by Alec Baldwin and others involved. He maintains a neutral relationship with Baldwin following the tragedy.
Halyna Anatoliivna Hutchins (Ukrainian: Галина Анатоліївна Хатчінс; née Androsovych, Ukrainian: Андросович; April 9, 1979 – October 21, 2021) was a Ukrainian cinematographer. She worked on more than 30 feature-length films, short films, and TV miniseries, including the films Archenemy, Darlin', and Blindfire. On October 21, 2021, during production on the set of the film Rust, she was accidentally shot and killed by a bullet from a prop gun discharged by actor Alec Baldwin that was not properly checked.
Rust is an upcoming American Western film written and directed by Joel Souza. The film stars Alec Baldwin (who also produces, and co-wrote the story with Souza), Patrick Scott McDermott, Travis Fimmel, Frances Fisher, and Josh Hopkins. In October 2021, production was temporarily suspended after a controversial and highly publicized firearms shooting incident, in which cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was shot and killed when a gun being used as a prop was fired by Baldwin during the preparation for a scene; Souza was injured by the same projectile. Filming was set to resume in January 2023, more than a year after the incident and ongoing lawsuits, but Baldwin was charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter that month, putting his further involvement with the project into question. The charges were dropped against Baldwin on April 20, 2023, and filming resumed that same day, concluding the following month.
ABC News
ABC News
The Huffington Post
NBC
Cheri Mossburg, Eric Levenson
CBS News
https://www.theguardian.com/profile/dani-anguiano
NY Post
Fox News
Sky News
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
Wikipedia
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
PANORA
Wikipedia
Wikipedia