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Alec Baldwin's manslaughter trial over Rust shooting has been dismissed

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Alec Baldwin's manslaughter trial over the fatal Rust shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins has been dismissed.

Alec Baldwin's manslaughter trial over Rust shooting has been dismissed

The manslaughter trial against Alec Baldwin over the fatal shooting of Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins has been dismissed. Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer threw out the case over how police and prosecutors treated a handful of bullets, which they failed to turn over to the defence.

“The state is highly culpable for its failure to provide discovery to the defendant,” Judge Sommer said. “Dismissal with prejudice is warranted.” The dismissal came as a surprise as gasps were said to be heard in the courtroom and Baldwin was congratulated by his family and supporters.

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