Moment reporter shot with rubber bullet during LA protest coverage
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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