Alec Baldwin had involuntary manslaughter charges dropped with prejudice after evidence related to the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins was allegedly withheld by prosecutors and police, leading to a mistrial due to a 'needless and incurable delay' in justice. The judge criticized the state's deliberate withholding of crucial evidence, leading to emotional scenes in court and Baldwin's exoneration. Legal experts highlighted the prosecution's uphill battle and the impact of the withheld evidence on the fairness of the trial. Baldwin's exoneration raises questions about the fate of others involved, like armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, who was convicted but could potentially appeal based on these developments.