Staff Reports
In a shocking turn of events, Clark County District Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus found herself under attack in her own courtroom by a three-time felon, Deobra Redden. This jaw-dropping incident took place during Redden’s sentencing hearing, following the judge’s wise decision to deny probation to the repeat offender.
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Redden, a 30-year-old with a troubling criminal history, was in court for sentencing on a charge of attempted battery with substantial bodily harm. When Judge Holthus had the guts to deny Redden’s request for probation, he flew into a violent rage, leaping over the bench and physically assaulting the judge. The chaos was palpable, and it took significant efforts to finally subdue Redden, who managed to injure a marshal in the process.
Luckily, Judge Holthus displayed quick reflexes, managing to avoid more serious harm by ducking for cover during the altercation. Despite hitting her head, she showed remarkable resilience and was reported to be in okay condition by 8 News Now. Her ability to stay composed under such a terrifying circumstance, coupled with the swift action of the court personnel, played a crucial role in preventing a potentially tragic outcome.
It’s worth noting that Redden’s troubling past includes a history of domestic violence and multiple prior convictions. He had even been deemed competent after a mental health evaluation in October. His disregard for the law is evident in his criminal record, which includes threats of violence and a pattern of non-compliance with court orders. As a result of this appalling incident, he now faces additional charges of battery and battery on a protected person.
Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson expressed gratitude that Judge Holthus escaped serious harm and lauded the heroic efforts of those who came to her aid, particularly highlighting the marshal and law clerk. He rightly pointed out that without their intervention, the situation could have been much graver, given Redden’s extremely violent behavior. Wolfson made it clear that he expects there to be severe consequences for Redden’s despicable actions.
Despite this frightening ordeal, Judge Holthus, who was elected to the bench in 2018 after a lengthy tenure in the district attorney’s office, is expected to carry on with her judicial duties.
Unsurprisingly, the incident prompted a variety of reactions, including speculation and commentary from individuals reacting to the news on social media. Some even took to Twitter to share their thoughts and question the potential media reaction if the races of those involved were reversed. This troubling incident has sparked a mix of shock and concern, with many understandably expressing support for Judge Holthus and reflecting on the concerning implications of this attack on the justice system.
