Two men stabbed outside nightclub in homophobic attack in Clapham

The stabbing has been condemned by LGBTQ+ advocates and politicians. London Mayor Sadiq Khan called the attack “a hate crime” and said it was “an attack on our city’s diversity and our values.”

The incident comes at a time when there has been a rise in hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people in London. In 2022, there were over 1,000 reported hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people, a 20% increase from the previous year.

Police are investigating the stabbing as a hate crime. Anyone with information is asked to contact police.

The attack has left the LGBTQ+ community in London shaken. Many people are feeling scared and vulnerable. Some are calling for more to be done to prevent hate crimes.

The Metropolitan Police Service has said that it is committed to investigating hate crimes and bringing perpetrators to justice. The service has also said that it is working with the LGBTQ+ community to develop strategies to prevent hate crimes.

The stabbing is a reminder of the ongoing need to fight against homophobia and transphobia. It is also a reminder of the importance of creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people.

In a statement, Revolution bar said: “We are deeply saddened by this incident and our thoughts are with the victims. We will be working with the police to support their investigation.”

The bar also said that it would be increasing security at the premises.

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