Alec Baldwin is breaking his silence about reaching an undisclosed settlement with the family of Halyna Hutchins. Although the settlement is still pending court approval, Baldwin took to social media to share his thoughts on the potential closure of the case. “Throughout this difficult process, everyone has maintained the specific desire to do what is best for Halyna’s son,” Baldwin wrote on Instagram. “We are grateful to everyone who contributed to the resolution of this tragic and painful situation.”
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Despite the parties reaching a settlement, Heather Brewer, a spokesperson for the DA’s office, told USA Today that this “will have no impact on District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altweis’ ongoing investigation or her ultimate decision whether to file criminal charges in the case.” Deadline reports that the official police report from Santa Fe’s Sheriff Office is in its final stages and will be handed over to the district attorney soon to determine any criminal and/or homicidal charges. Lawyer Miguel Custodio told Nicki Swift that he believes there is a chance Baldwin could be charged with something serious. He said, “It clearly sounds like they’re preparing for the prosecution of more serious criminal charges, such as manslaughter or criminal negligence.”
