Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, ‘Rust’ armorer, convicted of involuntary manslaughter
OAN’s Sophia Flores
6:27 PM – Wednesday, March 6, 2024
A New Mexico jury has delivered its verdict in the trial of Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the armorer on the set of the Alec Baldwin film Rust. Gutierrez-Reed has been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter, but she has been acquitted of tampering with evidence.
The jury reached its verdict after less than three hours of deliberation. Gutierrez-Reed, who is 26 years old, reportedly showed very little emotion as the verdict was read.
During rehearsals on the set of Rust on October 21st, 2021, what was initially assumed to be a prop gun was “accidentally” discharged.
Actor Alec Baldwin was holding the firearm when it went off.
The film’s cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, tragically died as a result of the gun being fired. Additionally, Director Joel Souza was badly injured as well.
Gutierrez-Reed’s job required her to be in charge of the safe handling protocols of all guns on set. However, her legal defense argued that Hutchins’s death was caused by Baldwin, as he “went off script” by pulling the trigger.
“I submit to you what caused her death is Mr. Baldwin going off script. No one ever knew there would be a live round on set. The only act is the pointing of the weapon. Ms. Gutierrez didn’t point that weapon,” Gutierrez-Reed’s attorney Jason Bowles said.
She will be sentenced at another date. Gutierrez-Reed now faces up to three years in state prison. Meanwhile, Baldwin has also been charged with involuntary manslaughter, and his trial begins on August 6th.
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How does Gutierrez-Reed’s conviction impact Alec Baldwin’s involvement in the incident and his upcoming trial
Title: Hannah Gutierrez-Reed Found Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter in the “Rust” Trial
Introduction:
In a significant development in the legal proceedings surrounding the tragic incident on the set of the film “Rust,” the armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter but acquitted of tampering with evidence. This verdict comes after less than three hours of deliberation by the New Mexico jury. Gutierrez-Reed, who was in charge of the safe handling of firearms on the set, now faces a potential sentence of up to three years in state prison.
The Incident:
On October 21st, 2021, during rehearsals for the film “Rust,” a prop gun was “accidentally” discharged on the set. Actor Alec Baldwin, who was holding the firearm at the time, inadvertently fired the weapon. Tragically, the film’s cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, lost her life as a result of the incident, and director Joel Souza was also injured.
Gutierrez-Reed’s Role and Defense:
As the armorer responsible for overseeing the safe handling protocols of all guns on set, Gutierrez-Reed’s role was crucial in ensuring the safety of the cast and crew. However, her legal defense argued that Hutchins’s death was primarily caused by Baldwin deviating from the script and pulling the trigger. Gutierrez-Reed’s attorney, Jason Bowles, emphasized that Gutierrez-Reed did not point the weapon and that no one expected live ammunition to be present on set.
The Verdict and Gutierrez-Reed’s Reaction:
After the jury’s brief deliberation, Gutierrez-Reed was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter, highlighting the grave consequences of her role as the armorer on set. Reportedly, Gutierrez-Reed displayed minimal emotions as the verdict was read. While she awaits sentencing at a later date, Gutierrez-Reed faces a potential prison sentence of up to three years.
Implications for Alec Baldwin:
It is worth noting that Gutierrez-Reed’s conviction does not absolve Alec Baldwin of his responsibility in the incident. Baldwin has also been charged with involuntary manslaughter, and his trial is scheduled to commence on August 6th. The court will further examine the events that led to the fatal shooting and determine Baldwin’s culpability.
Conclusion:
The guilty verdict against Hannah Gutierrez-Reed in the “Rust” trial brings some closure to a tragic event that led to the loss of Halyna Hutchins’ life. As an armorer responsible for providing a safe working environment on set, Gutierrez-Reed’s conviction underscores the significance of upholding strict safety protocols. The forthcoming trial of Alec Baldwin will shed more light on the specific circumstances surrounding the incident and the extent of his accountability.
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