Alec Baldwin to face trial for the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in 'Rust' shooting

In a tragic incident that occurred nearly three years ago on the set of the film "Rust" in New Mexico, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was shot and killed, leading to actor Alec Baldwin facing trial over her death. During a rehearsal, Baldwin, the star and co-producer of the Western, was handling a revolver that accidentally discharged, fatally injuring Hutchins and wounding director Joel Souza. Baldwin has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and is set to be represented by a team of elite attorneys from Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, who will argue that it is not the actor's responsibility to ensure the absence of real rounds in a prop gun. The prosecution will present firearms experts who testified in a previous trial to discuss Baldwin's handling of the revolver and its functionality, while also aiming to convince jurors that Baldwin's actions as a producer and actor contributed to a reckless environment on set. Key witnesses, including crew members present during the incident, are expected to provide crucial testimony during the trial. Despite attempts by Baldwin's legal team to dismiss the case based on evidence handling and procedural issues, the judge has ruled in favor of proceeding with the trial, which is set to begin with jury selection in Santa Fe. The defense will likely focus on Baldwin's assertion that he did not pull the trigger of the revolver, while the prosecution may call witnesses like crew member Zac Sneesby, who allegedly saw Baldwin pull the trigger. The trial is expected to shed light on the events leading to Hutchins' tragic death and the responsibilities of individuals on a film set when handling firearms. Hutchins, a talented cinematographer and mother, was on the brink of a successful career before her life was cut short in the on-set shooting incident. As the legal proceedings unfold, the courtroom drama is anticipated to provide insight into the complexities of the case and the pursuit of justice for the victims involved.