Tucker Collins, an 18-year-old University of Southern California freshman, lost an eye after being struck by a projectile fired by a federal agent during a "No Kings" protest in Los Angeles on March 28. Collins was documenting the confrontation between demonstrators and officers when the incident occurred. His lawyer, V. James DeSimone, confirmed the severe injury required surgical removal of the eye.

The Department of Homeland Security claims its agents used crowd control measures only after issuing seven warnings to protesters who were throwing rocks and bottles at federal officers. However, video evidence shows Collins standing back from a fence line when he was hit. DeSimone plans to file a civil lawsuit against the federal government, as Collins's injuries impact his career in visual arts.

Collins, majoring in astronautical engineering with a cinematic arts minor, remains shaken but determined to continue his studies at USC. The incident occurred during one of 3,000 protests nationwide denouncing President Trump's policies. While most demonstrations were peaceful, Los Angeles saw escalating tensions, raising questions about law enforcement conduct during protests.