A video from a recent anti-ICE protest in Los Angeles has drawn widespread attention after showing a confrontation between police officers on horseback and a protester. The demonstration, held on Friday, June 6, saw hundreds gather to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids. Over three nights, tensions escalated in downtown LA, resulting in a strong police response.
The footage, which circulated widely on social media and news outlets, shows a protester falling to the ground amid a crowd of officers on foot and horseback. During the incident, the individual was struck by a police horse and subsequently encountered force from officers attempting to control the situation. The moment has prompted an internal review and raised questions about crowd control tactics and the use of mounted units.
Authorities stated that police employed measures such as rubber bullets and tear gas after officers faced projectiles from some demonstrators. However, some participants and witnesses criticized the law enforcement response as disproportionate, intensifying the unrest.
Australian journalist Lauren Tomasi, reporting for 9News, described the scene as highly volatile. “My cameraman and I are safe,” she confirmed, “but the atmosphere was extremely tense, and large parts of downtown were restricted.” City officials warned that entry into certain areas could lead to arrest, advising residents to avoid public spaces.
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