‘Rust’ Armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed Breaks Down as Judge Sentences Her to 18 Months in Prison

Mendieta continued, “Halyna’s death is the result of a massive system failure…it all boils down to a very simple question. Why was there a live bullet on set? … That is where Hannah Gutierrez-Reed failed Halyna. it was her job to check the gun, check the bullets, to ensure that Halyna was safe.”

Family friend Steven Metz spoke of how Hutchins’ death devastated her husband, Matthew.

“Matt has been affected horribly by this and he moved away. Basically Matt died when Halyna died… The loss of Halyna has had the ripple effect on our community… her death is a reminder of the fragility of life and left us shaken and sad. There is really no excuse.”