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'Rust' shooting: Angry fans demand Alec Baldwin's 'arrest' after death of Halyna Hutchins

A tweet read, 'If Alec Baldwin was a police officer who accidentally shot a criminal resisting arrest He'd be in jail right now facing murder charges'

The tragic killing of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of ‘Rust’ movie on Thursday, October 21, by actor Alec Baldwin has enraged a lot of people. Many have called for the 63-year-old film producer’s arrest after he accidentally misfired a prop gun, fatally shooting Hutchins and also injuring director Joel Souza. The incident reportedly happened at the Bonanza Creek Ranch, a production location in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Soon after the shooting, the 42-year-old crew member was rushed to the University of New Mexico Hospital in Albuquerque, where she was declared dead. The director was taken to Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center, where he's receiving treatment, the Santa Fe County Sheriff's office said. The Sheriff's office added, “Detectives are investigating how [the prop firearm was used] and what type of projectile was discharged. This incident remains an active investigation. As more information becomes available, updates will be provided.”

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While a statement from a spokesperson for Rust Movies Productions LLC stated, “The entire cast and crew has been absolutely devastated by today’s tragedy, and we send our deepest condolences to Halyna’s family and loved ones. We have halted production on the film for an undetermined period of time and are fully cooperating with the Santa Fe Police Department’s investigation. We will be providing counseling services to everyone connected to the film as we work to process this awful event.”

As per reports, no arrests have been made yet. But the enraged online community demanded Baldwin’s immediate arrest. A user tweeted, “If Alec Baldwin was a police officer who accidentally shot a criminal resisting arrest He'd be in jail right now facing murder charges.” Another one wrote, “Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, was 42 years old.  Daughter, sister, partner, friend and colleague. Arrest and prosecute Alec Baldwin now !!  Open in gallery.” “They arrest Alec Baldwin yet? #StarPrivledge,” the third user pointed out.

A person commented, “#. HALYNA HUTCHINS .. DID NOT .. KILL HERSELF .. # ARREST   ALEC BALDWIN. GROSS NEGLIGENCE..DO NOT HOLD A FIREARM BEFORE ...RHE DIRECTOR YELLS. .ACTION..TOYING WAS STOOOOPID..TILL ZERO MINUTE.” Another one asked, “Why isn't Alec Baldwin under arrest? Even if he shot two people accidentally if it were you or I we would be handcuffed and at the police station. #AlecBaldwin #Rust.”

A tweet read, “imagine you shoot two people killing one the police show up and dont arrest you you are alec baldwin and then you go home and your wife from boston is pretending to be spanish and will not stop.” A user said, “Now we know (( Alex Baldwin fired the bullet...)) Idiot.. This is not an accidental discharge..# ARREST ALEC BALDWIN..IF HE WAS BLACK .HES IN JAIL..nobody yelled action..jail for active shooter Alex Baldwin.” Another one added: “Arrest and try killer Alec Baldwin! End his 30 year narcissistic reign of terror. This man is a disgrace to his profession and a danger to rational elements of society. #ConvictKillerBaldwin.” “My point is apparently we need to arrest Alec Baldwin for murder because a guy of his stature and fame would obviously murder a coworker on set on purpose for some reason. But you don't like him so LOCK HIM UP! Or maybe we let the story come out...? Lunatic,” a comment read.