Police charge teenaged boys over homophobic armed robberies involving online dating app, seek fifth attacker
Police have released images of a man believed to have been involved in a string of homophobic attacks after charging four teenaged boys over the aggravated armed robberies.
Fremantle Detectives are investigating the offences, which took place on September 18 and are linked to an online dating app.
WA Police are encouraging people to report crimes against the diverse sexuality and/or gender community.
Camera IconWA Police are encouraging people to report crimes against the diverse sexuality and/or gender community. Credit: WA Police
“We understand this has been a distressing situation for the victims involved,” a police spokeswoman said.
“This is why we have been working tirelessly to track down all people involved and hold them to account.
“We want the DSG community to know that we are here, we want them to be safe and if something unwanted happens, they are not alone. Support and reporting options are available.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers immediately on 1800 333 000 or report online via www.crimestopperswa.com.au and can do so anonymously.
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