Reporter Hit by Rubber Bullet During Los Angeles Protest

Los Angeles Protest Turns Violent: Reporter Hit by Rubber Bullet Los Angeles, CA – A journalist covering a protest in downtown Los Angeles was struck by a rubber bullet fired by law enforcement on June 9, 2025. The incident occurred during a demonstration that had escalated into clashes between protesters and police. Video footage shows the reporter, working for a local news outlet, reporting live when a volley of rubber bullets was fired into the crowd. One of the bullets directly struck the reporter, causing her to fall to the ground. The video captures the chaotic scene and the reporter's immediate reaction to the injury. "I was just trying to do my job and report on the protest," the reporter stated in a later interview. "The next thing I knew, I was hit in the face and on the ground." The police department has not yet released an official statement regarding the incident. However, the video footage clearly shows the reporter being hit by a rubber bullet fired from the police line. The incident raises concerns about the safety of journalists covering protests and the use of less-lethal weapons by law enforcement. The reporter was treated for her injuries and is expected to recover. The protest itself was in response to [Insert brief context of the protest]. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers faced by journalists reporting on civil unrest.