Police launch hate crime investigation after man critically injured in suspected homophobic attack in Bristol
A man in his 30s is in critical but stable condition after a suspected homophobic attack in Bristol city centre. The incident, which occurred on St Nicholas Street in the early hours of 24 April, involved a group of three or four men and left another man with minor injuries. Avon and Somerset Police are investigating the attack as a hate crime and have appealed for witnesses to come forward.
- ▪Emergency services responded to St Nicholas Street after the victim was found unconscious with significant facial injuries.
- ▪Police believe the attack was carried out by a group of three or four men who fled on foot and later in a car.
- ▪The force is working with LGBTQ+ leaders and SARI, and has launched a CCTV review to identify the suspects.
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