- Hannah Gutierrez-Reed was an armorer on the set of 'Rust'
- She was put on trial
- Find out how long she has to go to prison
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed (27), the armorer on the set of 'Rust', was found guilty in March after a ten-day trial. The court in Santa Fe, New Mexico, charged her with involuntary manslaughter.
The sentence was read out in mid-April: Hannah will go to prison for 18 months - the highest sentence possible in her case.
This verdict follows the tragic incident two and a half years ago when, on the 'Rust' film set, the Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins (†42) was hit by a shot from a prop gun which was operated by Alec Baldwin (66), and was fatally injured.
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed sentenced - what happens to Alec Baldwin?
The armorer is said to have filled the pistol with real ammunition, which Alec Baldwin then fired during a rehearsal.
The case has made waves not only because of its tragic circumstances but also because of the people involved. Alec Baldwin also has to answer for his actions in court. His trial is scheduled for July. He also has to defend himself against a charge of involuntary manslaughter.
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Assistant director Dave Halls was previously sentenced to six months probation for negligent use of a deadly weapon.
The fatal shooting on the set of 'Rust' has sparked a debate about safety standards and responsibilities in the film industry. The verdict against Hannah Gutierrez-Reed is part of the legal aftermath.
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