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Alec Baldwin's Manslaughter Case Officially Closed as Prosecutors Withdraw Appeal in 2021 Shooting of Halyna Hutchins

Dec 24, 2024, 05:41 AM

The involuntary manslaughter case against actor Alec Baldwin, stemming from the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie 'Rust' in 2021, has officially concluded. Special prosecutor Kari Morrissey announced on December 23, 2024, that she has withdrawn her appeal against a court's earlier decision to dismiss the charges. This decision effectively closes the case, with Baldwin's legal team describing it as his 'final vindication.' The New Mexico prosecutors confirmed that they will not pursue any further action regarding the case, which has been a subject of significant media attention since the incident occurred.