Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it that Reactions as black guy, Deobra Redden, diving on a white Clark County Judge, Mary Kay Holthus, to punch her goes viral on Twitter.
A court spokesperson confirmed that Holthus, 62, was injured in the attack and that her condition was being monitored, according to The New York Times. A court marshal was also taken to the hospital after being injured and was believed to be in stable condition late Wednesday.
“We commend the heroic acts of her staff, law enforcement, and all others who subdued the defendant,” the 8th Judicial District Court said in a statement, according to the Times. “The court remains committed to a safe and secure courthouse and courtrooms. We are reviewing all our protocols and will do whatever is necessary to protect the judiciary, the public and our employees.
In a shocking turn of events during a sentencing hearing in Las Vegas, Deobra Redden, facing charges of attempted battery with substantial bodily harm, violently attacked Judge Mary Kay Holthus.
The prosecutor, highlighting Redden’s history of violent crimes, had advocated for a prison term. Redden, in his defense, claimed to be in a better mental state, supported by a new job and a better support system.
His attorney argued for a suspended sentence, citing his mental health history and successful completion of previous probation programs.
Judge Holthus, considering these arguments, leaned towards a stricter sentence, stating the need for Redden to experience “something else” due to his criminal background.
This remark seemed to provoke Redden, who then verbally assaulted the judge, charged towards the bench, leaped over it, and physically attacked her.
The courtroom quickly descended into chaos as a nearby individual and a court officer struggled to subdue Redden. The intense scene was marked by Judge Holthus’s audible distress and the activation of an alarm.
The aftermath of the attack saw Judge Holthus standing up and being escorted out of the courtroom by officers.
A court officer was injured in the incident. Fortunately, Judge Holthus was unharmed.
The legal community and the public are closely following the developments of this case, anticipating further updates, including potential additional charges against Redden and discussions on enhancing courtroom security measures.
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