Clark County Judge Attacked in Las Vegas Courtroom; Updates on Injured Victims Provided
LAS VEGAS – A district court judge in Las Vegas is recovering after being attacked by a defendant during a courtroom proceeding. Judge Mary Kay Holthus was injured but has since been released from medical assistance, according to Clark County Chief Judge Jerry Wiese. The attack occurred as the judge was preparing to sentence Deobra Redden, a three-time felon, for attempted battery with substantial bodily harm. Redden lunged over the bench and attacked Judge Holthus. Shane Brandon, a court marshal who was present during the attack, sustained a head injury and was taken to the … Read more