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'Rust' Armorer's Trial Highlights Alleged Drug Use and Negligence

Prosecution presents evidence of Hannah Gutierrez-Reed's drug use before the fatal shooting, as defense claims she's being unfairly targeted.

  • Prosecutors allege 'Rust' armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed's drug use and sloppiness led to cinematographer Halyna Hutchins' death.
  • Gutierrez-Reed faces charges of involuntary manslaughter and evidence tampering, with a trial revealing text messages indicating drug use the night before the fatal shooting.
  • Jurors shown evidence including Hutchins' blood-soaked T-shirt and the fatal bullet; defense argues Gutierrez-Reed is being scapegoated.
  • Production manager testifies about safety concerns and crew walk-off prior to the shooting, but does not specifically blame Gutierrez-Reed.
  • Alec Baldwin, also facing involuntary manslaughter charges, maintains he did not pull the trigger; trial includes over 40 potential witnesses.
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