Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial in the fatal shooting of 'Rust' cinematographer Halyna Hutchins took a shocking turn when the judge dismissed the case due to evidence concealment by the prosecution.
Key Points
Prosecution concealed evidence from Baldwin's legal team.
Judge dismissed the case with prejudice.
Alec Baldwin wept in court as the case was dismissed.
Prosecution's conduct deemed intentional and deliberate by the judge.
Pros
Justice served with the dismissal of the case due to evidence concealment.
Cons
Embarrassment for the state's ability to conduct an investigation and put on a prosecution.