In a significant development, the Santa Fe Court has dismissed the involuntary manslaughter case against actor Alec Baldwin related to the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie ‘Rust’ in October 2021. The court’s decision came after pointing out the prosecution’s failure to submit potentially exculpatory evidence, which the judge deemed as nearly approaching bad faith. Baldwin, who has consistently stated the shooting was accidental, faced up to 18 months in prison if convicted. The dismissal of Baldwin’s charges marks a pivotal moment in the case, which has drawn widespread attention.
- The Santa Fe Court dismissed Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter charges related to the 2021 shooting on the ‘Rust’ film set.
- The dismissal was based on the prosecution’s failure to provide evidence that could have favored Baldwin, which the judge found almost reached a level of bad faith.
- Baldwin maintained that the shooting of Halyna Hutchins was accidental.
- The court criticized the prosecution for willfully withholding evidence regarding ammunition, suggesting that the prop supplier, rather than the film’s production team, might be at fault.
- The prosecution disagreed with the court’s interpretation but accepted the decision. They argued the withheld evidence had no direct relation to the ‘Rust’ set incident.
- Baldwin was at risk of facing up to 18 months in prison if found guilty. With the charges dismissed, he cannot be retried for the same charges.
- The film’s armorer, previously sentenced to 18 months for involuntary manslaughter, is expected to seek an overturn of her conviction following Baldwin’s case dismissal.
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