Posted on 03/18/2023 4:39:36 PM PDT by DeathBeforeDishonor1
On March 14, yet another twist unfolded in the New Mexico manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin over the Rust set shooting when special prosecutor Andrea Reeb announced she was stepping down from her role. “After much reflection, I have made the difficult decision to step down as special prosecutor in the Rust case. My priority in this case — and in every case I’ve prosecuted in my 25-year career — has been justice for the victim,” Reeb said in a statement. “However, it has become clear that the best way I can ensure justice is served in this case is to step down so that the prosecution can focus on the evidence and the facts, which clearly show a complete disregard for basic safety protocols [that] led to the death of Halyna Hutchins.” Reeb also said, “I will not allow questions about my serving as a legislator and prosecutor to cloud the real issue at hand.”
Reeb’s departure in the middle of a high-profile proceeding comes amid other legal plot turns that seem in Baldwin’s favor, raising questions about whether New Mexico prosecutors have enough to pursue the manslaughter case.
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They weren’t even filming Alec. Good grief.
The crew had been pretty upset about safety precautions on
set as I understand it.
Alec and this woman had words earlier, again, as I understand
it.
So he evidently attempted to razz or intimidate her by
pointing the gun at her and pulling the trigger.
If these parameters are correct as stated, then I don’t
see how it’s anything less than reckless endangerment
and a lower level of manslaughter.
Someone died because of this buffoon’s misguided actions.
Evidently the crew had grounds to be nervous. And the
person who set up the gun, should be on the chopping
block too.
No matter how the criminal case turns out, the civil case he will be facing will be much more difficult to break free from.
Alec is in “The Club”.
The have enough to overcharge for murder to make him plead to manslaughter...you know like they do everyone else that isn’t a celebrity.
Wasn’t the revolver a single action Army Colt replica? To fire that weapon required cocking the hammer THEN pulling the trigger.
I don’t remember the particulars about the weapon.
I’ve seen others talk about it, so I’d expect someone to
chime in.
“..raising questions about whether New Mexico prosecutors have enough to pursue the manslaughter case.”
MSN, ahh Duh.
HE IS GUILTY! NO QUESTION! The evidence is OVERWHELMING! A LOT of evidence not required.
Baldwin was in possession and control of a deadly weapon.
He pointed it at the victims and fired!, with reckless disregard for safety.
“I didn’t mean to” is NO EXCUSE!
It is hard to understand how a human death could occur in the manner reported if all the people in attendance were adult, intelligent and sober.
Alec Baldwin shoots 2 people and kills one of them and is not arrested yet the democrats want to arrest Donald Trump over a expired misdemeanor.... He also sued her and won and jailed the lawyer.
Do you have links to all that
First I’ve heard some that
If true that lends criminality I admit
So whether the Prosecutor was also a Legislator really bears on whether Baldwin is guilty. I hope the jury sees this as a cheap tactic used because the accused has no real defense.
Is there any info on how the jury selection went? If Baldwin managed to enpanel a gaggle of anti-gun geese, he’ll get off. Gun owners, OTOH, will know that guns don’t fire themselves.
If only they had some evidence, like a dead body, witnesses, and video of it.
Alec Baldwin, killed a woman ON CAMERA will get off..meanwhile Donald Trump hired goon writes a check to a skank and he gets the perp walk treatment you would think its the crime of the century
“To fire that weapon required cocking the hammer THEN pulling the trigger.”
Or holding the trigger down, pulling the hammer back, and then releasing the hammer.
Cocking then pulling is only one way. Holding the trigger back then fanning the hammer will quickly fire all six cylinders.
First glance it appears kids used the guns for target practice in between and someone screwed up with live ammo
Arms master failed to see it
That’s how I’ve perceived it from jump street
But I haven’t followed it much since
If that’s the facts Bakdwins culpability is minimal as the actor as opposed to the arms mistress
Many here know more than me so fire away
Already settled.
“First glance it appears kids used the guns for target practice in between and someone screwed up with live ammo”
So much for the “prop” theory.
Negligent homicide at least.
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