Baldwin Expresses Gratitude to Supporters After Rust Trial Verdict Alec Baldwin has expressed his gratitude to supporters following the conclusion of the Rust manslaughter trial. The actor was acquitted on all charges related to the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film in 2021. In a statement released after the verdict, Baldwin thanked his legal team, family, friends, and “all who have supported me throughout this difficult time.” He also expressed his condolences to Hutchins’ family and loved ones. “I have always maintained that I am not responsible for the tragic death of Halyna Hutchins,” Baldwin said. “However, I feel deep sorrow for her family and friends.” The trial, which lasted several weeks, heard from numerous witnesses, including Baldwin himself. Prosecutors argued that Baldwin had acted recklessly by pointing a gun at Hutchins without checking if it was loaded. However, Baldwin’s defense team maintained that the actor was unaware of the live round in the gun and that the shooting was an accident. The jury ultimately agreed with Baldwin’s defense, finding him not guilty of involuntary manslaughter. Since the verdict, Baldwin has faced mixed reactions. Some have praised the jury’s decision, while others have expressed disappointment or anger. However, Baldwin has remained largely silent on the matter, focusing instead on spending time with his family. Sources close to Baldwin say that he is relieved to have the trial behind him and is looking forward to moving on with his life. It is unclear whether he will continue to act, but he has been seen working on several passion projects, including a documentary on the trial. For now, Baldwin is simply grateful for the support he has received throughout this difficult time.Alec Baldwin has expressed his gratitude to his supporters following the dismissal of his involuntary manslaughter trial.Alec Baldwin has expressed his gratitude to his supporters following the dismissal of his involuntary manslaughter trial. “There are too many people who have supported me to thank just now,” Baldwin said in an Instagram post accompanied by a photo taken in the Santa Fe, New Mexico, courtroom. The actor’s trial ended abruptly after Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the case, stating that Baldwin could not be criminally charged for the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Baldwin’s lawyers had argued that prosecutors “buried” important ammunition evidence that could have exonerated him. The judge agreed, ruling that the evidence’s withholding tainted the fairness of the trial. If convicted, Baldwin could have faced an 18-month prison sentence. In his Instagram post, Baldwin expressed his appreciation for the support his family had received throughout the ordeal. “To all of you, you will never know how much I appreciate your kindness toward my family,” he wrote.SANTA FE, N.M. — Alec Baldwin thanked his supporters in his first public comments since his trial for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the Western “Rust” ended in a mistrial. “I want to thank everyone who has stood by me throughout this ordeal,” Baldwin wrote on Twitter. “Your support has meant the world to me.” The trial ended last week when the judge declared a mistrial after the prosecution rested its case. The jury had been deliberating for about two days. Baldwin was facing charges of involuntary manslaughter in the death of Hutchins, who was killed when a gun Baldwin was holding discharged on set in October 2021. The prosecution argued that Baldwin was negligent in his handling of the gun and that he should have known it was loaded. The defense argued that Baldwin did not pull the trigger and that the gun discharged accidentally. The judge ruled that there was not enough evidence to support the prosecution’s case and declared a mistrial. The prosecution has said it will retry Baldwin. A new trial date has not been set.