The repeated vandalism of LGBTQ+ pride flags in Forest Gate is leaving residents feeling traumatized, highlighting the urgent need for community healing in the face of hate.
Rob DesRoches emphasized that "we must not compromise and hide our visibility because a few in the area choose hate over acceptance, love, and community."
The Metropolitan Police are treating the vandalism as a homophobic and transphobic hate crime and are committed to investigating, having reviewed CCTV and conducted inquiries.
Newham Council is collaborating with the police and local LGBTQ+ community to address the vandalism, expressing their commitment to enhance security and support repairs.
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