‘It was a hunt’: Outrage over an attack on trans women in Palermo
The attackers uploaded footage of them chasing the women and then spread the images while taunting the victims online La entrada ‘It was a hunt’: Outrage over an attack on trans women in Palermo se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald .
A viral video captured a group of men chasing and assaulting trans women in the Bosques of Palermo, Argentina on Monday. The attackers used sticks, bottles, and orange traffic cones to strike the women. The incident spread quickly online as the attackers filmed themselves committing the act. They posted the footage along with insults for the victims.
The attack began when a few men on bicycles insulted the women, provoking a response. More men joined in, leading to a violent confrontation. Local media reported that multiple women were injured, with at least six seeking medical attention. The Argentine LGBT Federation described the attack as an organized "hunt," noting that the attackers boasted about their plans on social media.
The city's mayor condemned the violence, vowing that those responsible would be held accountable. The incident occurred shortly after the Pride March, highlighting the ongoing threats faced by the LGBTQ+ community in Argentina. Human rights organizations, political leaders, and celebrities swiftly condemned the attack, emphasizing the urgent need for vigilance against hate crimes and violence targeting the trans community.
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