Alec Baldwin Complies With Investigation Into ‘Rust’ Shooting

On December 16, officials asked for Alec Baldwin’s cell phone.

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The request was made in relation to the fatal “Rust” shooting last October.

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A gun that Baldwin was holding discharged and killed Halyna Hutchins.

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By January, Baldwin still had not turned over his cell phone.

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He explained officials were working through his home state of New York.

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As of Friday, Baldwin revealed he had turned over his iPhone to authorities.

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His attorney made sure to emphasize that he did so voluntarily.

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Baldwin also gave officials his password to be able to unlock his phone.

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Officials will examine the phone for any “relevant information.”

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