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Hannah Gutierrez-Reed Jailed for 18 Months Over Halyna Hutchins Death – Alec Baldwin Involved
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RUST armourer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed has been jailed for 18 months over the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Gutierrez-Reed, 26, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter after Hutchins, 42, was shot dead in 2021 when actor Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun with live ammunition.
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Negligence of Hannah Gutierrez-Reed
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Hannah Gutierrez-Reed had mistakenly loaded a live round into an imitation Colt .45 revolver, which was then handed to Baldwin. Gutierrez-Reed negligently allowed the live ammunition on set and had six live rounds on set in clear violation of movie industry practices.
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Basic Safety Rule Violations
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A court heard how Gutierrez-Reed repeatedly failed to follow basic safety rules on the film set. She left guns unattended and let actors, including Baldwin, wave weapons around, leading to tragic consequences.
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Legal Consequences and Trials
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Baldwin was also charged with involuntary manslaughter and will face trial. Gutierrez-Reed pleaded guilty before her conviction and faced 18 months in prison. Baldwin denies the charges, claiming ignorance about the live rounds on set.
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Family’s Quest for Justice
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Following Gutierrez-Reed’s conviction, Hutchins’ family lawyers expressed their desire for accountability for her death and hope for justice to be served against all responsible parties involved in the tragedy. Baldwin’s changing statements and behaviour on set have raised suspicions.
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The Aftermath and Legal Proceedings
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The aftermath of the fatal shooting on the set of Rust has led to a series of legal battles and investigations. Baldwin, Gutierrez-Reed, and other crew members are under scrutiny for their roles in what has been described as an avoidable tragedy.
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Timeline of Key Events
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Here is a detailed timeline of key events surrounding the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the Rust film set, highlighting the legal actions, settlements, and criminal charges brought against those involved in the incident. The timeline sheds light on the developments and legal proceedings that have unfolded since the tragic event.