Journalists Injured in Violent Los Angeles Protests

Los Angeles Protests Turn Violent: Journalists Injured Amidst Clashes Los Angeles witnessed a weekend of intense protests marked by violence and injuries to several journalists. The demonstrations, focused on the targeting of undocumented immigrants, saw clashes between protestors and law enforcement. Footage from the event shows the chaotic scenes and the moment Australian reporter Lauren Tomasi was hit by a rubber bullet while reporting live. "I was just doing my job, trying to report on the situation," Tomasi stated in an interview following the incident. The video also depicts British photojournalist Nick Stern receiving emergency surgery after being hit by a 'plastic bullet' in his thigh. LA Daily News crime reporter Ryane Mena and freelance journalist Sean Beckner-Carmitchel were also injured, suffering from pepper ball impacts and tear gas exposure. This incident raises serious concerns about the safety of journalists covering protests and the use of force by law enforcement. The video provides compelling visual evidence of the events, highlighting the need for a thorough investigation into the use of less-lethal weapons against reporters.