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Man Who Attacked Las Vegas Judge Sentenced: A Comprehensive Look
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Man Who Attacked Las Vegas Judge Sentenced: A Comprehensive Look

In a shocking turn of events, a man who attacked a Las Vegas judge has been sentenced to 19 months for battery charges. The incident, which took place in the courtroom, sent shockwaves through the legal community and raised concerns about the safety of judges and court personnel. On that fateful day, as the courtroom was bustling with activity, the assailant, whose identity has been withheld for privacy reasons, launched a violent attack on the presiding judge. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, but it was certainly a brazen act of aggression that endangered the lives of those present in the courtroom. FBI Arrested 3 People in January 6 2021 Capitol Riot Fortunately, security personnel acted swiftly and were able to restrain the attacker before any further harm could be...
The Shocking Attack on a Las Vegas Judge: A Closer Look at the Sentencing
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The Shocking Attack on a Las Vegas Judge: A Closer Look at the Sentencing

In a shocking incident that captured national attention, a man attacked Judge Mary Kay Holthus in a Las Vegas courtroom. Explores the details of the attack, the subsequent sentencing, and the legal ramifications faced by the assailant, Deobra Redden. On a fateful day in Las Vegas, Deobra Redden, a three-time felon, appeared in Clark County District Court for his sentencing on a charge of attempted battery with substantial bodily harm. As Judge Holthus prepared to announce his prison sentence, chaos ensued. Redden, in a brazen act, leaped over the raised bench and launched a vicious attack on the judge. The courtroom video footage reveals the shocking moment when Redden slammed Judge Holthus' head against a wall, delivered a blow to her head, and even pulled out some of her hair. Amid...
Judge returns to work after attack in Las Vegas court
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Judge returns to work after attack in Las Vegas court

A Nevada judge returned to court a day after being attacked by the defendant in an aggravated battery case. The incident was captured on video. He was accused of moving to the judge's bench and "supermanning" him after it became clear he was being sentenced to prison, a court official said Thursday. According to Chief Judge Jerry Wiese, defendant Deobra Redden will face Clark County District Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus again Monday morning for her rescheduled sentencing. At a news conference Thursday, Wiese shared a statement from Holthus, who was thrown back from her seat against a wall when the defendant landed on top of her and grabbed her hair, dropping an American flag on them. Courthouse officials said Holthus suffered some injuries and was evaluated but not hospitalized. ...