Man arrested over homophobic stabbings outside Two Brewers pub | UK News

Officers said a 19-year-old was arrested in South Norwood this afternoon, on suspicion of two counts of grievous bodily harm.

He remains in custody, the Metropolitan Police confirmed.

Detective Superintendent Vanessa Britton of the Met’s Central South Command Unit, said: ‘This arrest marks a significant development in our investigation.

‘The two victims have been informed and continue to be supported by our officers, including our dedicated LGBT+ Community Liaison Officer (CLO).

‘I know the concern and distress this horrific incident has caused among the LGBT+ community and I want to reassure them – and Londoners as a whole – that a team of officers is working diligently to investigate.’

The attack, which took place at around 10.15pm on August 13, was met with widespread condemnation from the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.

Six days later, a pair of men were punched repeatedly by a stranger while waiting at a bus stop in Brixton, leaving one of them requiring stitches.

The Met’s LGBT+ community liaison officer in Lambeth and Southwark, PC Hayley Jones, said: ‘We understand some people from the LGBT+ community may not have the confidence to speak to police.

‘My role was introduced to provide a dedicated LGBT+ point of contact to support the community and advise on investigations where homophobia and transphobia is a motive.’

‘You can contact me directly for advice and support, or to assist this investigation.’

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote CAD 7198/13Aug. People can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously.

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