‘Rust’ Armorer Insists She Took Necessary Safety Measures While Assistant Director Admits Loaded Gun Was Not Thoroughly Checked Before Alec Baldwin’s Fatal Shooting

The events leading up to the fatal Rust set-shooting aren’t adding up, with the head armorer and assistant director making conflicting statements. Article continues below advertisement Rookie head armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed reportedly told authorities she took all necessary steps last week to secure the gun that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins after Alec Baldwin discharged the weapon, thinking it was safe to do so. However, AD David Halls — the person who handed the actor the gun and yelled “Cold Gun” (meaning the weapon didn’t contain live ammunition) — reportedly confessed the prop gun wasn’t thoroughly checked. Article continues below advertisement… Read Full Article