00:00 In a shocking turn of events in a Nevada courtroom, Deobra Redden, a 30-year-old man denied probation,
00:09 violently attacked the judge during his sentencing.
00:12 The incident, captured on video and widely circulated on social media, occurred in Las
00:17 Vegas on Wednesday, January 3, where Redden had pleaded guilty to attempted battery with
00:23 substantial bodily harm.
00:25 The video shows Redden leaping over a courtroom bench onto Judge Mary K. Halthus, causing
00:30 chaos and commotion.
00:32 Flax behind the bench falls to the ground, momentarily blocking the view of the judge
00:36 and the assailant.
00:38 Cursing is heard in the background as three men rush to the subdued Redden, resorting
00:42 to reportedly punching him.
00:45 Judge Halthus, 62, sustained injuries and her condition is under monitoring, according
00:50 to the court spokeswoman.
00:52 A court-martial was also injured and taken to the hospital but believed to be in stable
00:57 condition.
00:58 The 8th Judicial District Court commended the heroic acts of the staffs, law enforcement
01:04 and others who subdued the defendant.
01:07 The court is now reviewing protocols to ensure the safety and security of the judiciary,
01:11 the public and employees.
01:14 Detectives from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department are investigating the battery
01:19 incident with two victims taken to the hospital.
01:22 The suspect, Redden, is in custody.
01:25 Before the attack, Redden's lawyer had requested probation but Judge Halthus expressed the
01:29 need for a different course given his criminal history.
01:33 Court records reveal Redden's past prison sentences, including a minimum of 19 months
01:38 for attempted theft in 2015 and a term served in 2021 for domestic battery.
01:45 Judge Halthus, who took the bench in Clark County in 2019, has over 27 years of experience
01:52 with the Clark County District Attorney's Office.
01:55 The incident underscores the challenges faced by the court security, with courthouses implementing
02:00 screening protocols for visitors.
02:03 This alarming event serves as a reminder of the potential risks within courtrooms and
02:08 the importance of maintaining security measures to protect all involved parties.
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