American actor Alec Baldwin made his first comment regarding the "tragedy" of accidentally killing the cinematographer on the set of his new film on Thursday. The veteran actor accidentally shot and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza using a "prop gun" that mistakenly contained a live round.
The incident, which took place during the filming of "Rust," has attracted public attention, sparking numerous questions about the circumstances of the incident and Baldwin's future. In a statement posted on his Twitter account, Baldwin said, "There are no words to convey my shock and sadness regarding the tragic incident that took the life of Halyna Hutchins, a wife, mother, and deeply admired colleague." He added, "I am fully cooperating with the police investigation to understand how this tragedy occurred, and I am in contact with her husband to provide support to him and his family. My heart is broken for her husband and son, and for all who knew and loved her."
U.S. authorities are still investigating the painful incident that shook Hollywood on Thursday.
