Trial Reveals Safety Lapses on Set of Rust Leading to Fatal Accident
ICARO Media Group
During the trial related to the tragic incident on the set of the film "Rust," where the cinematographer Halyna Hutchins lost her life, new evidence showcased concerning safety procedures. The armorer of the film, 24-year-old Hannah Gutierrez Reed, is facing criminal negligence charges. A veteran armorer testified that safety lapses were observed in behind-the-scenes videos, including mishandling firearms and a lack of proper supervision.
Gutierrez Reed's dual role as the film's armorer and prop assistant is under scrutiny, with the expert witness stating that there should have been two armorers on set. The trial also revealed that actor Alec Baldwin, the lead of the film, displayed impatience during shooting scenes involving firearms. He is also facing accusations of criminal negligence as a producer on the film. The trial is set to continue, with the prosecution arguing that both Baldwin and Gutierrez Reed bear responsibility for the fatal accident.