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Alec Baldwin\'s \'Rust\' armorer remains in prison after request for new trial denied

Published: 29 March 2024 at 17:32

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Alec Baldwin gives no answer when asked whether he\'s planning to testify in his \"Rust\" involuntary manslaughter trial. (Dario Alequin for Fox News Digital) A judge denied Hannah Gutierrez Reed\'s request for a new trial Friday. The convicted \"Rust\" armorer will also stay in prison ahead of her sentencing, despite plans to appeal the March 6 involuntary manslaughter conviction. Gutierrez Reed\'s lawyer, Jason Bowles, argued that it is \"unfair\" to have the armorer possibly serve her whole sentence if it\'s going to be reversed. The prosecution opposed her release.


Alec Baldwin Trial Set for July for Killing Cinematographer on Rust Movie Set

Alec Baldwin\'s trial for the involuntary manslaughter of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the movie set of Rust is scheduled for July, with allegations surrounding the accidental shooting involving a revolver, questions on firearm safety, and proceedings against armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed. Despite maintaining he did not pull the trigger, the investigation continues to determine the circumstances of the fatal shooting, with Baldwin facing up to 18 months in prison if convicted.


Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed seeks new trial and release from prison

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the weapons armorer on the film set of Rust, convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins, is requesting a new trial and to be released from prison. Alec Baldwin, also involved in the incident, faces involuntary manslaughter charges as well. Gutierrez-Reed\'s lawyers argue for jury instruction errors and cite a New Mexico Supreme Court ruling. Baldwin\'s legal team accuses prosecutors of unethical conduct. Gutierrez-Reed faces sentencing on April 15 and a maximum penalty of 18 months in prison.


Alec Baldwin\'s Legal Team Seeks Dismissal of Indictment in \'Rust\' Movie Set Shooting Case

Actor Alec Baldwin\'s legal team is requesting the dismissal of the indictment against him in the fatal shooting on the \'Rust\' movie set, citing unethical actions by prosecutors and a lack of crucial evidence presented to the grand jury. Baldwin faces charges of involuntary manslaughter following the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in October 2021. Prosecutors dropped initial charges in April due to new facts, leading to a grand jury convening. Baldwin maintains he did not pull the trigger of the prop gun that caused Hutchins\' death.


Trial of the armourer in Rust shooting begins in the US

Armourer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed pleads not guilty to charges of involuntary manslaughter and tampering with evidence in the case of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins\' death on the set of the film Rust. The trial, involving actor Alec Baldwin, opened with prosecutors alleging negligence in handling guns and ammunition, questioning how live rounds ended up on set. Gutierrez-Reed denies direct culpability, with her defense claiming she is a scapegoat. Baldwin, also facing charges, maintains innocence, denying responsibility for the shooting.


Trial Begins for Rust Armorer and Alec Baldwin Over 2021 Death of Cinematographer

The trial begins for Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed and Alec Baldwin for the 2021 death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Gutierrez-Reed faces charges of involuntary manslaughter and tampering with evidence, while Baldwin denies pulling the trigger. Jurors selected include a diverse group of residents from Santa Fe. Gutierrez-Reed\'s defense claims broader safety issues beyond her control. Baldwin, indicted for involuntary manslaughter, awaits trial date. Civil lawsuits and safety lapses highlighted, with Rust Movie Productions fined $100,000. Gutierrez-Reed\'s trial ongoing with over 40 potential witnesses.


Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in connection with Halyna Hutchins\' death

After being found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in connection with cinematographer Halyna Hutchins\' death, Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, facing up to 18 months in jail, is reportedly struggling and awaiting sentencing. Her family is devastated by the guilty verdict and plans to visit her in the Santa Fe Country Adult Detention Facility. The jury acquitted Gutierrez-Reed on a charge of tampering with evidence but found her negligent for allowing a live bullet in the gun Alec Baldwin used on the set. Hutchins\' family expressed satisfaction with the verdict, indicating a desire for all responsible parties to face justice.


Trial of Armorer in Alec Baldwin\'s \'Rust\' Movie Set Shooting

Armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, responsible for firearms on the set of \'Rust,\' will face trial for the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in 2021. Gutierrez-Reed pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter and evidence tampering charges. Alec Baldwin, also involved in the incident, was re-charged with manslaughter claims in January. Gutierrez-Reed faces up to three years in prison if convicted, with allegations of bringing live ammunition on set. The trial\'s witnesses include over 40 individuals, and the case highlights safety failures and negligence leading to the tragic shooting.


Rust weapons supervisor found guilty of involuntary manslaughter

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the Rust film\'s weapons supervisor, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the shooting incident that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza. Alec Baldwin, who fired the gun, initially faced charges that were dropped but was later charged with involuntary manslaughter. Filming of Rust resumed with Baldwin after settling with Hutchins\' widower. Gutierrez-Reed\'s defense claimed she was a scapegoat in the trial.


Director shot by Alec Baldwin on movie set recalls loud bang, impact

During the trial involving the shooting incident on the set of the movie Rust, director Joel Souza testified that he felt a loud bang and the impact of the bullet when he was shot by Alec Baldwin. Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed in the incident. Prosecutors are pursuing charges of involuntary manslaughter and tampering with evidence against movie weapons supervisor Hannah Gutierrez-Reed. Baldwin, who was separately indicted, pleaded not guilty. The trial has focused on the chain of events leading to the shooting, with questions raised about safety protocols and responsibilities on set.


Rust shooting incident (Wikipedia)

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.


Alec Baldwin Said He Loved Using Real Guns on Set of \'Rust\', Court Hears

In the trial of Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, chilling footage was shown of Alec Baldwin pulling the weapon out in the same spot where he accidentally shot and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Baldwin preferred real guns over rubber ones and loved the feel of \'hero props\', while safety was considered secondary to production time on set. Gutierrez-Reed is accused of letting a live round get into the gun Baldwin used, resulting in the tragedy. Baldwin and Gutierrez-Reed face potential jail time if convicted.


New Doubts Raised in Alec Baldwin Shooting Case

Firearms expert Lucien Haag cast doubt on Alec Baldwin\'s claim that the gun went off without him pulling the trigger, demonstrating the revolver\'s safety features in court. Jurors learned about live rounds on the set and inconsistencies in the source of the ammunition. In Gutierrez\'s trial for involuntary manslaughter, autopsy photos of Halyna Hutchins were shown, revealing details of her injuries and cause of death ruled as an accident. The defense blames Baldwin and the production company, while prosecutors allege negligence by Gutierrez as the armorer.


Rust (upcoming film) (Wikipedia)

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.


Alec Baldwin (Wikipedia)

Alexander Rae Baldwin III (born April 3, 1958) is an American actor, comedian, and producer. He is known for his leading and supporting roles in a variety of genres, from comedy to drama, and has received numerous accolades including three Primetime Emmy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards as well as nominations for a Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and Tony Award.Baldwin first gained recognition by appearing on the sixth and seventh seasons of primetime soap opera Knots Landing (1984–1985). In the early part of his film career he played both leading and supporting roles in Beetlejuice (1988), Working Girl (1988), Married to the Mob (1988) and Glengarry Glen Ross (1992). He played Jack Ryan in The Hunt for Red October (1990). He received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for The Cooler (2003) and the BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor for It's Complicated (2010). He has acted in the films The Royal Tenenbaums (2001), Along Came Polly (2004), The Aviator (2004), The Departed (2006), To Rome with Love (2012), Blue Jasmine (2013), Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015) and Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018). He voiced the titular role in The Boss Baby film franchise (2017–2022).From 2006 to 2013, Baldwin received critical acclaim starring alongside Tina Fey as Jack Donaghy on the NBC sitcom 30 Rock, winning two Primetime Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and seven Screen Actors Guild Awards for Best Actor in a comedy series, making him the male performer with the most SAG Awards in history. Baldwin has received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Donald Trump on the NBC sketch series Saturday Night Live, a role that won him his third Primetime Emmy in 2017. He was nominated again in 2018 and 2021.Baldwin made his Broadway debut in Loot (1986). He portrayed Stanley Kowalski in the 1992 production of A Streetcar Named Desire for which he earned a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play nomination. He returned to Broadway in Twentieth Century (2004) and Orphans (2013). He hosted the 82nd Academy Awards in 2010. He is also a columnist for The Huffington Post. He was the host of Match Game from 2016 until 2021.In 2021, while on the Rust film set, Baldwin discharged a revolver used as a prop, which killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza. Baldwin was charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter in Santa Fe County, New Mexico in January 2023, but the charges were dropped in April 2023 pending further investigation. He was indicted again for the charge on January 19, 2024.


Stephen Baldwin spotted in LA after requesting prayers for daughter Hailey and Justin Bieber

Stephen Baldwin, husband of Alec Baldwin, was seen in Los Angeles for the first time since asking for prayers for his daughter Hailey and her husband Justin Bieber. Hailey, 27, and Justin, 30, are reportedly dealing with a private matter. Despite Hailey\'s reported unhappiness with the public attention, Stephen appeared stern wearing a religious baseball cap. The couple has not addressed the prayer request publicly. Additionally, Stephen\'s daughter Alaia was recently arrested after an altercation at a bar in Georgia.


Ammunition expert testifies in court for Rust movie set shooting case

Seth Kenney, the ammunition expert involved in the Rust movie set shooting case, testified in court that he supplied dummy rounds to the production. The trial of movie armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, charged with involuntary manslaughter and evidence tampering in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, may hinge on the source of live rounds found on set, including the one from Alec Baldwin\'s gun. Live ammunition is prohibited on movie sets by industry guidelines. Kenney admitted to providing inert dummy rounds to Rust\'s props supervisor but faced scrutiny over his disorganized storage system and unclear recollection of live rounds.


Alec Baldwin filmography (Wikipedia)

Alec Baldwin's filmography includes the year the film was/will be released, the name of his character and other related notes. There is also a list of his appearances on TV series, video games and documentaries, as well as stage. A member of the Baldwin family, he is the eldest of the four Baldwin brothers, all actors. Baldwin first gained recognition by appearing on the sixth and seventh seasons of primetime CBS soap opera Knots Landing in the role of Joshua Rush, the half-brother of long-standing character Valene Ewing (Joan Van Ark). In his early career he then has played both leading and supporting roles in a variety of films such as Tim Burton's Beetlejuice (1988), Mike Nichols' Working Girl (1988), Jonathan Demme's Married to the Mob (1988), and Oliver Stone's Talk Radio (1988). He gained attention for his performances in Glengarry Glen Ross (1992), and as Jack Ryan in The Hunt for Red October (1990). Since then he has worked with such notable directors such as Woody Allen in Alice (1990), To Rome with Love (2012), and Blue Jasmine (2013), Spike Lee in BlacKkKlansman (2018), and Martin Scorsese in The Aviator (2004) and The Departed (2006). His performance in the 2003 drama The Cooler garnered him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.From 2006 to 2013, Baldwin starred as Jack Donaghy on the critically acclaimed NBC sitcom 30 Rock starring alongside Tina Fey. He won many accolades for his performance winning two Primetime Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and seven Screen Actors Guild Awards for his work on the show, making him the male performer with the most SAG Awards. Baldwin recently co-starred alongside Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation and Mission: Impossible – Fallout, respectively the fifth and sixth installments of the Mission: Impossible series. He is also a columnist for The Huffington Post. Since 2016, he has been the host of Match Game. He has received worldwide attention and acclaim for his portrayal of Donald Trump on the sketch series Saturday Night Live, both during the 2016 U.S. presidential election and following the inauguration, a role for which he won a Primetime Emmy in 2017.


The Alec Baldwin Show (Wikipedia)

The Alec Baldwin Show is an American talk show hosted by actor Alec Baldwin that premiered on March 4, 2018, on ABC. The series was Baldwin's second talk show following 2013's Up Late with Alec Baldwin on MSNBC and the first prime-time personality talk show to air on a major broadcast network since NBC's The Jay Leno Show ended its run in 2010.

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