miércoles, 2 de enero de 2013

Justin Bieber calls for change after LA paparazzi photographer is killed trying to take his picture

Justin Bieber has spoken of his shock and sadness after a man was killed after taking pictures of the teenage star's car. The 29-year-old photographer was struck by a vehicle last night after taking pictures of the singer's white Ferrari in Los Angeles. The singer was not in the vehicle, which had been pulled over by police officers at about 6pm. The 18-year-old today released a statement in which he called for new laws for paparazzi photography. It is believed the female driver of the vehicle which struck the man stopped other cars from hitting his body. In his statement, as reported by CNN, Bieber said: 'While I was not present nor directly involved with this tragic accident, my thoughts and prayers are with the family of the victim. 'Hopefully this tragedy will finally inspire meaningful legislation and whatever other necessary steps to protect the lives and safety of celebrities, police officers, innocent public bystanders, and the photographers themselves.' The photographer - believed to be called Chris - was tailing Bieber's white Ferrari when it was pulled over by California Highway Patrol officers. He got out of his car to take pictures but was struck by a Toyota Highlander SUV as he was running back to his own vehicle. Photographs taken from the scene show the man's hat and shoe lying in the road where he was hit. It is believed the female driver of the car which struck the photographer stopped other cars from hitting the man's body after she had called 911. Los <b>...</b>
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