In a striking incident captured on television, CNN National Correspondent Jason Carol was briefly detained by Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officials covering the protests going on in the city. The incident, which came out on Monday, June 9, has renewed the challenges and risks faced by journalists reporting from the advance lines of civil unrest.
Who is Jason Carroll
Carol, an experienced journalist with widespread experience covering major braking news events, was reporting on protests focused on immigration enforcement when contacted by the police. Broadcasting footage showed Carol, in which his role was explained to the authorities, with his hands behind his back. Shortly after the incident, while talking to CNN, Carol clarified that he was detained, not arrested, and his hands were not tied to zip relations, although he exited the area.“I was going to the officer, tried to explain who I was, recognized who I was with,” Carol said. He said, “I would like you to turn around.” I turned around, I put my hands behind my back.
What happened so far
The incident caused a transient disintegration in live broadcast, with CNN host Lara Quotes expressing concern and demanded immediate clarification on Carol’s position. LAPD has not yet made an official statement about specific circumstances of Carol’s brief detention, although law enforcement officers often refer to difficulties in distinguishing between legitimate journalists and other individuals in chaotic protest environment.The incident comes amidst increasing tension in Los Angeles, where protests have been continuing for several days after federal immigration enforcement operations. Demonstrations have seen many times a clash between protesters and law enforcement, which reported rubber pills and tear gas. Journalists, including an Australian reporter of 9news, have allegedly seen injuries covering these incidents.Carol is not the first member of the Carol Press to be caught between the police and the protesters. On Sunday, American correspondent Lauren Tomasi, for Australia’s 9news, was shot by a rubber bullet reporting on immigration protests. Emergency surgery was required over the weekends after a British news photographer Nick Stern, allegedly maintained a leg wound during clashes.
