Rust Armorer Sentenced to Prison for Fatal On-Set Shooting
April 15, 2024Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the armorer on the 'Rust' film set, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
The judge reprimanded Gutierrez-Reed for not showing remorse and for her role in transforming a prop weapon into a lethal one.
Alec Baldwin, who fired the shot from the revolver that was loaded with live rounds, is also facing involuntary manslaughter charges and is scheduled for trial in July.
The trial underscored a culture of negligence and inadequate safety protocols on the set, contributing to this preventable tragedy.
The incident has amplified calls for reinforced safety measures within the film industry to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
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BBC News • Apr 15, 2024
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed: Rust armourer sentenced to 18 months for Halyna Hutchins' deathThe Guardian • Apr 15, 2024
Rust film set armorer to be sentenced for fatal shooting of cinematographerThe Guardian • Apr 15, 2024
Rust film armorer sentenced to 18 months in prison for fatal on-set shootingTime • Apr 15, 2024
'Rust' Armorer Sentenced to 18 Months for Involuntary Manslaughter