Souza was injured Thursday during an incident on the set of the western “Rust,” in which the director of photography Halyna Hutchins tragically lost his life. Authorities confirmed that the incident arose after the actor Alec Baldwin shoot a prop gun. Baldwin has been released without charge after questioning.
Hutchins, 42, died shortly after being transferred to a hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Here is the full statement from the Santa Fe Sheriff’s department:
Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the Bonanza Creek Ranch film set in western “Rust”on October 21, 2021, when a caller to 911 reported a shooting on set.
“The sheriff’s office confirms two people were shot on the set of Rust. Halyna Hutchins, 42, director of photography and Joel Souza, 48, director, were shot when Alec Baldwin, 68, producer and actor, fired a firearm. of props.
Ms. Hutchins was airlifted to the University of New Mexico Hospital, where medical personnel pronounced her dead. Mr. Souza was transported by ambulance to Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, where he is receiving treatment for his injuries.
This investigation remains open and active. No charges have been filed regarding this incident. Witnesses continue to be interviewed by detectives. “
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