Homophobic Assault Shocks Dorset Street
Dorset Police were called to Exeter Crescent at 9.53pm on Monday, March 6, after a man subjected two others to homophobic abuse. The situation turned violent when he pushed one victim to the ground, causing a minor eye injury.
Police Launch Hunt for Hate Crime Culprit
Officers quickly arrived on the scene and scoured the area for CCTV footage to track down the attacker. PC Jack Cornick from Bournemouth police vowed: “Dorset Police does not tolerate hate crime and an investigation is underway to identify the person responsible.”
Witnesses Urged to Speak Up
PC Cornick added: “If you were nearby and saw what happened, please get in touch. Anyone with information about the offender’s identity should come forward.”
How to Report Information
If you can help, contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/contact or call 101, quoting reference 55230035452.
You can also reach out anonymously via Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by phone on freephone 0800 555 111.
