Moment reporter shot with rubber bullet during LA protest coverage

WorldPolitics
9 Jun 2025 • 4:57 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • An Australian TV reporter, Lauren Tomasi of 9News, was struck in the leg by a rubber bullet fired by the LAPD while reporting live near protests in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 8, 2025.
  • The incident occurred in downtown Los Angeles during the third day of unrest.
  • Tomasi was shot moments after finishing a live cross to Australia.
  • The camera captured an officer turning his weapon and firing at Tomasi as officers began firing rubber bullets at protesters.
  • An onlooker exclaimed, "F***, you shot the reporter!" after the incident.

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