The cameraman assaulted by a Federal Police agent spoke: 'They were kicking me from below'
Cameraman Facundo Tedeschini discussed his assault and detention by Federal Police while covering a Greenpeace protest against glacier law reforms.
Facundo Tedeschini, a cameraman for A24, was assaulted and detained by Federal Police during an on-site coverage of a Greenpeace protest outside the Congress in Argentina. The protest was in opposition to proposed reforms to the glacier law. Tedeschini described the incident, stating that he faced unprovoked aggression from the police while trying to do his job as a journalist. This raises concerns about press freedom and the treatment of journalists during public demonstrations.
In his account, Tedeschini emphasized that there was no obstruction from his side, indicating that he was simply trying to report the news. As the police began to push forward during the protest, he found himself tangled in equipment and unable to move back quickly. His attempt to prevent the police from advancing was met with violence, and he recounted how he tried to protect his camera during the scuffle, highlighting the physical nature of the confrontation.
This incident sheds light on the broader implications for journalists covering protests in Argentina, especially when tensions between activists and law enforcement can escalate. It raises questions about how police handle media coverage and the potential dangers journalists face while performing their duties, emphasizing the need for protective measures for members of the press during demonstrations.