A 29-year-old freelance photographer Chris Guerra,who was following Justin Bieber's white Ferrari which had been pulled over by police officers in Los Angeles was killed Tuesday evening as he was trying to snap photos of the singer's vehicle. The photographer was struck by a Toyota Highlander SUV as he was running back to his own vehicle after taking pictures of the star's car.The female driver of the car which struck the photographer stopped other cars from hitting the man's body after she had called 911.He later died in the hospital.
Though it was reported that Bieber was not in the car when it happened.
Following news of the man's death, the 18-year-old singer today released a statement.
As reported by CNN, he 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.'
RIP...very painful,paparazi shld be cautiond and mindful
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