Not a single mention of the prop master who's responsibility it is to ensure the safety of the prop guns. We are quick latch onto the idea that Baldwin's negligence. I understand it but realistically, the actor is handling a weapon that was set-up by the prop master. Reports are that they were actively filming at the time of the incident. Brandon Lee died from a squib round lodged in the gun that was fired out with the blank cartridge. The squib was from someone trying to shoot live ammo out of it earlier. They had no prop master working during the production.
A prop gun discharged by Alec Baldwin killed a film crew member on set, sheriff says
Production on the Western movie Rust in New Mexico has been halted. The investigation is ongoing and authorities say no charges have been filed.
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Sheriff confirms no-one cleared in Alec Baldwin shooting probe
Details emerge of events that unfolded on ‘Rust’ set
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