Man, I'm sad to hear about this. When you say he was shooting for AP, what publication is that? Like AP the wire associated press? I doubted so.
When we're behind a lense the camera really blocks our perephrial vision. It's a real shame it hit him without him even seeing.
Before I read he was hit in the back, I wondered, did he get the shot? 90% of you find it disrespectful, do not take it that way. the photographer knows what I mean when I say it because we put ourselves in crazy situations sometimes.
As far as the videos go I hope it just doesn't end up on some local news station & that's that. I think the video should be posted though, since it will serve as a well reminder of the dangers of the job. Plus it will raise the safety awareness when at an event like this.
I hope the DF team can make the best of this horrible situation. Don't know the guy, but it hits closer to home when you know it could've been you out there.
