In a trial currently underway, a gun and ammunition prop supplier related to the film “Rust” testified that he was not the source of live rounds found on set. This information, shared in court on Monday, could strengthen the ongoing involuntary manslaughter case against the film’s armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed.
Gutierrez-Reed, faced with involuntary manslaughter charges for her role in the fatal accident on the “Rust” set last year, might experience the implications of this new testimony. As the armorer, part of her job was to ensure the safety of all firearms used on set. This case has put the spotlight on the broader issue of safety standards in film productions, particularly when firearms are involved.
As the trial progresses, the origin of the live ammunition on the set remains a critical factor for the prosecution. While this recent testimony may be a pivotal development in their case, the trial is far from conclusion.
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