New Mexico DA to file charges against Rust filmmakers over fatal shooting

January 30, 2023 1:15 PM

Published January 30, 2023 1:32 PM

(NBC, KYMA/KECY) - Charges against Alec Baldwin in connection with the fatal shooting on the "Rust" film set will be formally filed Tuesday.

In detail, the actor and the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, are both facing a charge of involuntary manslaughter. This is in regards to the death of Halyna Hutchins.

Baldwin, holding a prop gun, fired a live round, shooting and killing Hutchins. This occurred while the actor was rehearsing a scene at the time of the incident.

If convicted, Baldwin would face up to 18 months in jail and a $5,000 fine.

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