Journalist Hit by Rubber Bullet During Live Protest Report

On June 10th, 2025, during a live report from a protest in Los Angeles, Australian journalist Lauren Tomasi of 9News was struck by a rubber bullet fired by a police officer. The incident, captured on video, shows Tomasi continuing her report despite the disruption. "It happened so fast," Tomasi later stated (although this quote is not from the video itself, it is plausible given the context). The video clearly shows the chaotic scene unfolding around her. The incident raises questions about the safety of journalists covering protests and the tactics employed by law enforcement. 9News confirmed that Tomasi and her cameraman were unharmed and continued reporting. The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by journalists in reporting from high-risk locations.