Journalists and reporters often get a tough rap, especially when covering news stories that require digging up information on a person's wrongdoing.

But, CBS Atlanta investigative reporter, Jeff Chirico, got much more than he bargained for when he started going after a car dealer charged with stealing tax refunds from his customers.

In the video, Chirico speaks with 43 year-old Richard Wilder, but then meets a man claiming to be Wilder's father. Following a small argument the fireworks begin.

Chirico is punched in the jaw, but is able to get up and complete the story. His investigative report is exciting enough to hold your attention for the full 5 minutes, but if you're in a hurry, the incident leading to the punch begins at 3:33.

An abbreviated version is below.

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