Los Angeles Erupts: Violent Clashes Mark Protests Against ICE Raids

Los Angeles Protests Against ICE Raids Turn Violent: Demonstrators Clash with Police Amidst Emergency Alerts Los Angeles, CA – Tensions flared in downtown Los Angeles on June 9, 2025, as protests against recent ICE raids escalated into violent clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement. The protests, which began earlier in the week, saw a surge in intensity on Sunday, with hundreds of participants blocking streets and engaging in confrontations with police. The video footage shows police using non-lethal weapons, such as rubber bullets, to disperse the crowds. In addition, there is evidence of vandalism, with protesters damaging and setting fire to vehicles. "They were throwing these things," said the reporter, pointing to a spent pyrotechnic device on the ground. "They were really aggressive. It was intense." The video also captures the moment emergency alerts were sent to cell phones, warning residents of the unlawful assembly and urging caution. The situation highlights the ongoing debate around immigration enforcement and the emotional response from communities affected by these policies. The swift police response and the subsequent emergency alerts underscore the seriousness of the situation and the authorities' efforts to maintain order.