Press surround a police patrol outside Ngau Tau Kok Division Police Station in Kowloon Bay as protesters setup road blocks on either side of the police station. Police have complained that large numbers of media shield protesters who use often launch attacks on the police from behind the media.Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.24/08/2019, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong SAR.
A police officer faces questions on a live feed as to why journalists are not allowed onto the MTR platform after reports of police beatings. Live streaming by citizen journalists and official media using the cities strong 4G network has been a popular way of viewing events. Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.31/08/2019, Prince Edward, Hong Kong SAR.
Journalists pursue a police patrol as they retreat after a confrontation with protesters in Tung Chung. Police have complained throughout the ongoing protests about journalists interfering with their operations.Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.07/09/2019, Tung Chung, Hong Kong SAR.
A police water canon fires blue dye water at protesters outside the Hong Kong Legislative Council building as press take up positions behind the protesters and along the bridge.Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.15/09/2019, Admiralty, Hong Kong SAR.
A police officer pushes back as two journalists try to photograph a protester being arrested in Tuen Mun. Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.21/09/2019, Tuen Mun, Hong Kong SAR.
A journalist approaches an advancing police patrol clearing a highway of protesters in Tuen Mun.Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.21/09/2019, Tuen Mun, Hong Kong SAR.
A journalist receives medical attention after being injured in a clash between Police and protesters on Nathan Road in Kowloon. There have been numerous injuries to frontline journalists covering the conflict.Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.20/10/2019, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR.
A journalist is stopped by police at a protest in Causeway Bay and asked to take off his gas mask and helmet while his credentials are being checked. Police have claimed that many journalists covering the protests were not legitimate.Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.02/11/2019, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong SAR.
A photojournalist is hit by a petrol bomb in a standoff between police and protesters outside the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.16/11/2019, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR.
A protester engulfed by tear gas attacks police behind a gate at the Hong Kong Legislative Council building. Since the start of the Hong Kong protests in June 2019, there has been a large cohort of journalists present on the ground. Often wearing yellow vests and carrying gas masks and cameras, the press soon became and integral wall of observers at the frontlines. The police have accused many of not representing legitimate media organizations, of adding to the numbers, and of getting in the way of police operations. The protesters have generally welcomed media presence, often calling for them to come forward during arrests and other police actions.15/09/2019, Admiralty, Hong Kong SAR.
