Reporter Shot During Los Angeles Immigration Protests

Los Angeles Protests Turn Violent: Australian Reporter Injured Los Angeles, CA – Tensions escalated during ongoing protests in Los Angeles on June 9th, 2025, when Australian reporter Lauren Tomasi was struck by a rubber bullet fired by law enforcement. The protests, now in their third day, are a direct response to President Donald Trump's recent immigration enforcement raids. The video footage shows Tomasi reporting live when she is suddenly hit. The impact is clearly visible, causing her to stumble. The video then shows her and her cameraman seeking safety amidst the chaotic crowd. Later reports confirmed both were unharmed. "It happened so fast," Tomasi stated in a later interview. "One moment I was reporting, the next, I was on the ground." The incident highlights the volatile atmosphere of the protests and raises concerns about the safety of journalists covering such events. Despite the violence, the protests continue, fueled by anger over the Trump administration's immigration policies. The incident involving Tomasi serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by those reporting on the front lines of civil unrest.