The Fatal Shooting on the Set of 'Rust' and the Subsequent Charges Against Baldwin and Gutierrez Reed

The tragic death of Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film 'Rust' in 2021 sent shockwaves throughout the entertainment industry. Hutchins, a cinematographer, was struck and killed by a live round of ammunition fired from a prop gun being held by actor Alec Baldwin. The incident has raised many questions about safety protocols and accountability on film sets.

In an exclusive interview with CNN, New Mexico First Judicial District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies revealed that she decided to file involuntary manslaughter charges against Baldwin and Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the armorer, due to the lack of safety standards on set. 'There was such a lack of safety and safety standards on that set… There were live rounds on set,' she said.

Carmack-Altwies added that crews were not checking ammunition regularly, and that live rounds were mixed in with dummy rounds. She emphasized that everyone handling a gun has a duty to ensure it is safe before using it. 'An actor does not get a free pass just because they are an actor,' she said.

The charges come after the Hutchins family agreed to settle their lawsuit against Baldwin and the movie's producers, allowing production on the project to resume. The cause of death is listed as 'gunshot wound of chest,' with the manner of death classified as an 'accident.'

In response to the charges, Jason Bowles, attorney for Gutierrez Reed, claimed that his client will be found not guilty because she has committed no crime. Baldwin's team has also maintained that he did not pull the trigger.

The incident highlights the importance of strict safety protocols on film sets and the need for accountability when mistakes are made. As Carmack-Altwies noted, 'In New Mexico, everyone is equal under the law.' The Rust Bros Photos article provides a glimpse into the tragic event and its aftermath.

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