The article discusses a concerning trend of burglaries linked to a gang using the Grindr dating app to lure victims into their homes. The Metropolitan Police are treating these incidents, which are believed to be around 50 between October 2024 and March 2025, as homophobic hate crimes. Three individuals have been arrested, and police are urging other victims to come forward to aid ongoing investigations. Superintendent Owen Renowden stressed the importance of community support in enhancing safety for LGBT+ individuals and combatting organized crime.
A gang has been targeting men using the Grindr app, luring them to their homes before executing burglaries, leading police to treat these acts as hate crimes.
Police estimates suggest around 50 burglaries tied to this gang occurred between October 2024 and March this year, with an emphasis on the growing number of potential victims.
Superintendent Owen Renowden emphasized the Met's commitment to ensuring safety among all communities, particularly LGBT+ individuals, highlighting the importance of community cooperation to combat organized crime.
Three suspects have been arrested in connection to these hate crimes, indicating the Met's urgency in investigating these incidents, and encouraging more victims to step forward.
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