Why Did The FBI Destroy The Rust Murder Weapon, Bob Motta & Tony Brueski Discuss

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In a recent episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," Defense Attorney Bob Motta discussed the case involving Alec Baldwin and the accidental shooting on the set of the movie "Rust." Motta highlighted significant concerns about the handling and examination of the gun involved in the incident. He criticized the prosecution for destroying the gun during their tests, preventing the defense from conducting their own examination, and potentially weakening Baldwin's defense. Motta also mentioned the judge's rulings on various motions, noting a pattern of decisions that seemed to favor the defense. He speculated that opting for a bench trial might have been a better strategy given the potential biases jurors might hold, especially those with strong opinions on gun safety. Motta further discussed the prosecution and defense's arguments, focusing on the industry's standard safety protocols and Baldwin's responsibilities as an actor. The conversation touched on the polarizing nature of Baldwin's public persona and how it could influence jurors' perceptions and decisions. Ultimately, the trial's outcome hinges on whether the jury believes Baldwin was negligent or if the failure lay with those responsible for ensuring the safety on the set.
### Main Points
- Concerns about the destruction of the gun by the prosecution, preventing the defense from examining it.
- Criticism of the judge's denial of the defense's motion to dismiss the case based on spoliation of evidence.
- Speculation on the potential benefits of a bench trial versus a jury trial.
- Discussion on Baldwin's responsibilities and actions as an actor during the incident.
- Highlight of the industry's standard safety protocols and how they were allegedly breached.
- The influence of Baldwin's public persona and political views on jurors.
- The critical issue of how a real bullet ended up on the movie set.
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#AlecBaldwin #RustShooting #GunSafety #DefenseDiaries #TonyBrueski #BobMotta #MovieSetSafety
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