Demonstrators participate in a wake during a protest for the death of journalist Francisca Sandoval, in the Plaza Italia De Santiago, Chile, 12 May 2022. The death of Sandoval, who was shot in the head on May 1 while reporting on a demonstration for Labor Day. EPA-EFE/Alberto Valdes
On May 1, 2022, Francisca Sandoval was shot while covering protests in Santiago. She was treated in critical condition and passed away due to her injuries on May 12. One suspect was detained by the police, reports say. The motive behind the killing is not clear.
