A New Mexico judge is set to make a decision next week regarding the potential dismissal of the indictment against actor Alec Baldwin in connection with the fatal shooting of Rust cinematographer Helena Hutchins. Baldwin was charged with involuntary manslaughter earlier this year, and his legal team has raised concerns about the handling of evidence by prosecutors during the grand jury proceedings. They argue that defense witnesses were not made available as required.
Baldwin has maintained his innocence and entered a plea of not guilty. His trial is scheduled to commence in July, pending the outcome of the judge's ruling on the potential dismissal of the indictment. Should the judge decide to dismiss the indictment, there is a possibility that the prosecution could opt to refile the case.
