What We Know About Deobra Redden: Man Who Attacked Las Vegas Judge
Last Wednesday, a Las Vegas man gained national attention when he attacked a judge.
Now, the attacker, Deobra Redden, 30, will face charges of attempted murder on an older person along with a plethora of other charges, according to Fox 5.
What Happened?
The video capturing the incident gained instant social media attention. According to 8 News Now, Redden was in court and awaiting a sentence on a charge of attempted battery with substantial bodily harm. Mary Kay Holthus was the judge overlooking the case.
In the video from the incident — moments before the attack — Judge Holthus said, “I appreciate that, but I think it’s time that you get a taste of something else because I just can’t with that history,” in regards to Redden saying he was trying to “do better.”
Quickly after Holthus said her statement, Redden said, “F**k that b*tch!” Redden then leaped over the bench and started attacking Holthus, CNN reported.
Multiple news organizations reported that although Holthus suffered some injuries, she returned to work.
The Aftermath of the Video
The video gained attention from multiple national news organizations. It was quite shocking to witness the quickness of the attack.
On Monday, Holthus finished sentencing Redden, with added security, according to the Washington Post. Judge Holthus ended up sentencing Redden to 19 to 48 months in prison on the original charge of attempted battery with substantial bodily harm. This was not the sentence for the courtroom attack.
Redden will face a different judge regarding the “15 new felony and misdemeanor charges related to the courtroom attack,” The Guardian reports.
What We Know About Deobra Redden
Redden’s sister told Court TV that he was “born with mental illness, he was born with crack-cocaine in his system. So his chance at life was taken at birth.”
She further said that deep inside, he’s a good person. However, he was never given the opportunity to be surrounded by positive people.
“When we struggle from mental illness, it’s a chemical imbalance,” Redden’s sister said to Court TV. She said that Redden should be surrounded by healthcare professionals, so he can get the proper treatment he needs..
Redden’s foster mother told Court TV that she told Redden, “No way do we condone it (the attack), but I know your (Redden’s) struggles, I know the voices that you hear.”
“Even when I got him from the foster care system at age 12, it was documented that he was severely emotionally disturbed. By the time he was 18, he left and branched out on his own,” Redden’s foster mother said.
Fox 5 reports that Redden’s next appearance is set for Feb. 14.
Celebrity Mistakes, 'Mess Ups,' And Heinous Crimes In Las Vegas
Christopher Massey
Christopher Massey is an actor who is best known for playing Michael Barret on the Nickelodeon television series “Zoey 101.” Along with his brother, Kyle Massey, who also had a few issues with the law, Christopher ran into some trouble during a night out in Vegas. Police arrested Christopher Massey on a misdemeanor charge of domestic battery. He was arrested after having an altercation with his then girlfriend Cassalei Jackson at Marquee Club at The Cosmopolitan on April 10, 2016, according to Las Vegas Metro Police Department.
Jarret Stoll
It was April 17, 2015 when security guards conducted a routine search to enter the MGM Grand’s Wet Republic pool complex, according to a report from USA Today. This is when officials allegedly found 3.3 grams of cocaine and several capsules in the back pocket of Stoll’s shorts, USA Today states. He pleaded guilty to two of the cases misdemeanors in June 2015. It definitely seems like he’s doing better now!
Bruno Mars
This was one of the most “memorable” celebrity arrests. Bruno Mars, whose real name is Peter Hernandez, had a fun night turn pretty unpleasant. According to an article by CBS News, security at the former Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (RIP) detained Mars. According to reports, the singer was carrying 2.6 grams of cocaine. Considering this happened more than a decade ago and Bruno was 24 at the time, we can agree that this was a pretty common “mistake” that many young people partake in when they visit Sin City.
Chris Lammons
This sounds like an interesting night at Drai’s Nightclub. Chris Lammons, cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs, “allegedly sucker punched a man, touching off an attack that left a man hospitalized,” KSHB- Kansas City reported. This all happened Feb. 5, 2022 at The Cromwell’s Drai’s Nightclub. Lammons surrendered to police and was charged with a felony count of battery resulting in substantial bodily harm, and a gross misdemeanor count of conspiracy to commit battery, according to reports.
Blueface
This story is still ongoing. 25-year-old Blueface, whose real name is Johnathan Porter, is a rapper that gained virality from his catchy and snappy rap songs and his over-the-top demeanor. His relationship with reality star Chrisean Rock has been a social media spectacle that leaves many people unable to look away from their tumultuous story line.
But, recent news about Blueface’s time in Las Vegas came when police arrested the rapper on the following charges: attempted murder with a deadly weapon, discharge a firearm into an occupied vehicle (two counts), and possession of a gun by a prohibited person (due to an “active protection order” Porter was served in January). According to a report from ABC 13, a man claimed to police that he was allegedly shot at. This incident occurred at Euphoric Gentlemen’s Club with the victim allegedly claiming that he was attacked and shot at by what he believes was “Blueface’s entourage.”
Ash Armand
This story is gut-wrenching. Ash Armand, whose real name is Akshaya Kubiak, was best known for his small roll on the trash reality show, “Gigolos.” In 2020, police responded to a call at Armand’s home.
Upon arrival, police found the victim, 29-year old Herleen Dulai, dead with intense signs of trauma. According to the press release from Las Vegas Metro Police Department, detectives believe that Armand (Kubiak) was under the influence of narcotics and beat the victim to death. Police arrested him for one count of open murder. Rest in peace, Herleen.
Paris Hilton
In 2012, police arrested Hilton at the Wynn resort. According to CBS News, police said a small plastic bag containing .8 of a gram of cocaine spilled from her purse. She plead guilty to two misdemeanor charges, according to the report.
Flavor Flav
According to the Las Vegas Sun, Flavor Fav, whose real name is William Jonathan Drayton Jr. was accused of chasing his then girlfriend’s 17-year-old son with a knife and then stabbing a door with it.
Vince Neil
In November 2011, the Mötley Crüe rock star Vince Neil plead guilty to a misdemeanor disorderly conduct. This incident happened after Neil was accused of allegedly harassing his ex-girlfriend during a show at the Las Vegas Hilton. According to the Las Vegas Sun, Neil’s plea agreement had him pay a $1,000 fine, and prosecutors dropped a charge of battery constituting domestic violence.
Jon "War Machine" Koppenhaver
Warning: This case may contain details that some readers find disturbing.
Jon “War Machine” Koppenhaver was a mixed martial arts fighter, who had a streak of fame after a stint on reality fighting TV. He dated adult actress Christy Mack, which elevated his press and media presence in a way. However in 2017, Nevada jurors and the court convicted him of 29 felonies stemming from his attack on his ex-girlfriend, Mack, and her boyfriend — who she was already dating for two months — Corey Thomas, according to ABC news.
In 2014, Koppenhaver brutally attacked the two after Koppenhaver arrived at Mack’s home unexpectedly. He started with beating Thomas first then brutally assaulted and beat Mack. According to reports from the time, Mack had a broken nose, broken facial bones, missing teeth, a fractured eye socket and leg injuries and a ruptured liver. He was sentenced to life in prison with a possibility of parole after 36 years, according to KTNV.
Despite his gruesome crime and his life sentence, Koppenhaver actually got married in 2018 to his former penpal.
Domestic violence comes in many forms and does not discriminate among victims or offenders. If you are a victim, remember this is not your fault.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call Nevada’s domestic violence hotline at 775-221-7600 or text SASS to 839863 for free, confidential support.
