A large lawsuit is progressing against Pablo Grillo, the photographer who was shot while covering an event in Buenos Aires. This tragic incident has sparked controversial opinions on social media. Some internet users have suggested that the shot Grillo suffered is part of the risks of his job and have even blamed him for bending down to take the photograph in question.
Amid this controversy, incredible comparisons have emerged. The case of José Luis Cabezas, who was murdered in 1997 after photographing Alfredo Yabrán, has been mentioned. Some people, mistakenly, have hinted that Cabezas could have avoided his tragic fate if he had been more cautious. This type of regressive and absurd argument has generated a public debate regarding the responsibility of communication professionals in risky situations.
It is important to remember that practicing journalism carries certain inherent dangers, but this in no way justifies or excuses violence against media workers. Blaming victims for their own misfortune is a way to justify unacceptable behaviors and shift the responsibility from the true culprits. In this sense, it is essential to respect the work of communication professionals and ensure their safety while performing their functions.
