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Victorian inquiry reveals extortion of gay students threatened with outing
24 Haziran 2026The Guardian
- A Victorian inquiry into hate crimes has revealed that international students from countries where homosexuality is illegal are being targeted through gay dating apps. These individuals are lured into meetings, where they face assaults and extortion threats related to being outed.
- Since June 2024, there have been 95 reported attacks on gay and bisexual men in Victoria, leading to 42 arrests, according to Thorne Harbour Health's CEO, Chad Hughes.
- The inquiry into hate crimes in Victoria comes amid growing concerns about the safety of LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly those from regions where their sexual orientation is criminalized. The testimonies presented reflect a broader issue of discrimination and violence faced by these communities, emphasizing the urg…
- The alarming trend of targeting LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly international students, highlights the intersection of vulnerability and exploitation in the digital age. The use of dating apps as a means to facilitate such crimes underscores the need for increased safety measures and awareness within these platforms.
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This article reflects the views and findings presented during the Victorian hate crime inquiry and does not necessarily represent the views of The Guardian.
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