A local news cameraman died in the nation of Georgia following a violent episode by a far-right mob protesting an LGBTQ pride demonstration.Alexander Lashkarav, 37, worked for independent station TV Pivrveli.
The outlet confirmed he was pronounced dead on Sunday after sustaining injuries at the Tbilisi event.The Guardian reports Lashkarav was one of over 50 journalists identified by various hate groups leading up to the planned July 5 pride march.
The event was eventually canceled due to security concerns, but that didn’t stop protesters from gathering in large numbers.While no official cause of death was announced, Lashkarav suffered multiple fractures to his facial bones.