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Man Critically Injured in Suspected Homophobic Attack in Bristol City Centre

Detectives have recorded the case as a hate crime.

Overview

  • A man in his 30s remains in a critical but stable condition after an assault on St Nicholas Street on April 24.
  • Police say they are investigating a possible homophobic motive based on new details from a second victim.
  • Investigators believe three or four men carried out the attack before leaving on foot and then driving away.
  • Officers are reviewing CCTV and urging witnesses to call 101 quoting 5226111583 or contact Crimestoppers.
  • The force has briefed local LGBTQ+ leaders and SARI, a support charity, to coordinate updates and care for those affected.