In Gironde, four minors were arresting on March 11 after a troubling series of assaults that targeted homosexual men using the dating app Grindr. Victims reported being lured to various locations where they were violently attacked by multiple assailants. The gendarmes were alerted after the first victim reported the incident, leading to a swift investigation that identified the suspects.

Over the course of just a few days, reports from approximately ten victims emerged, all describing a similar modus operandi in how they were ambushed. The first incident involved an individual who had set up a meeting through Grindr, only to find himself in a trap where he was assaulted by several individuals. As more testimonies came in, it became clear that there was a coordinated attempt to target the homosexual community, raising serious concerns about safety and hate crimes in the region.

Authorities are taking this situation very seriously, as the minors involved were reportedly attempting to target sexual orientation in their criminal activities. The swift identification and arrest of the suspects suggest a dedicated police effort to prevent further attacks and protect vulnerable members of the community. This incident highlights ongoing issues of violence against LGBTQ+ individuals, and it has sparked discussions on safety measures within the dating scene, as well as the necessary legal actions against hate crimes in France.