Matthew Hutchinssettlement in his wrongful death suit Alec Baldwin and others from the set of “Rust” means production has resumed… but that doesn’t mean the criminal investigation into DP’s death is coming to an end.
Sources connected to the investigation tell TMZ … the settlement will in no way affect the criminal investigation … an investigation that authorities say could lead to charges against Baldwin and others.
The sheriff’s department tells TMZ that once the investigation is complete, the case will be turned over to the district attorney, who will then decide who will be prosecuted.
As we reported, Baldwin and co. pick up where they left off in the film that claimed Galina Hutchins‘ life last year — because the actor has continuing to play his leading role … and other cast members will also continue.
Galina’s husband Matthew has announced that he will no longer be suing AB or the producers of “Rust”, saying they have reached terms and he has agreed to drop the wrongful death action. Matthew has also signed on as an executive producer on the project.
hannah’s lawyer Jason Bowlestells TMZ … she’s grateful the settlement will benefit the Hutchins family — adding that they hope prosecutors will decline to pursue criminal charges.