“Seven to ten Middle Eastern men, believed to be from Syria and aged 18-25, attacked my partner and me, throwing several punches and kicks to our faces, ribs, and other areas. As a result of this attack, we suffered a broken nose, a chipped tooth, and several bruises and lumps on our heads and faces.” – Emma MacLean
A night meant for celebration turned into a horrifying ordeal for Emma MacLean and her girlfriend Tori in downtown Halifax on Saturday. The couple, out to enjoy a birthday evening, was violently attacked by a gang of Middle Eastern military-age men believed to be migrants from Syria, who hurled homophobic slurs at them.
A Joyous Evening Turns Violent
The incident began as MacLean and Tori walked along Argyle Street. “A group of men walking in the other direction made a sexually degrading comment to me,” MacLean recounted. “My girlfriend, Tori, said, ‘Hey, that’s my girlfriend.’”
The men, angered by Tori’s response, began taunting her with homophobic slurs. Despite the hostility, Tori decided to confront them. “They continued walking, and then Tori followed them to verbally tell them, ‘That is not okay,’” MacLean explained.
Escalation to Violence
The confrontation quickly turned physical. “I saw Tori being pushed on the stairs right in front of the BMO Centre. They are cement stairs, and she was on her back. That’s when all the men started punching and kicking her,” MacLean described, her voice still filled with disbelief.
Bystanders Watch in Silence
As the attack unfolded, bystanders filmed the scene but did not intervene. Desperate to protect her girlfriend, MacLean jumped into the fray. “The fight-or-flight response kicked in. I jumped on one of their backs and put him in a chokehold, trying to restrain him,” she said.
Police Arrive Too Late
Police officers patrolling the area were alerted by a bystander. However, by the time they arrived, the attack had ended. The officers spoke with the couple and mentioned that one man involved in the altercation had stayed behind to give his ID, claiming they had been the ones attacked. The others refused to cooperate.
Injuries and Trauma
Both MacLean and Tori suffered injuries from the attack. Tori sustained bruises on her arm and under her eye, while MacLean was left with a bruise under her eye, a chipped tooth, and a broken nose. “I felt punches and kicks, and then I felt it on my nose, and there was blood. I just thought this needs to stop now,” said MacLean. She sought medical attention, but the swelling prevented immediate surgery.
Lingering Fear
Days after the attack, MacLean is still shaken. “I’m terrified to go downtown again in Halifax. I just feel like it’s so out of your control what could happen,” she said. “It’s overwhelming. I didn’t expect something like this to happen, especially during Pride Month.”
Community Outrage
The attack has sparked outrage within the community, with many expressing their disbelief and anger on social media. MacLean shared her account on Facebook, including photos of their injuries. She identified the group as “7-10+ Middle Eastern men, believed to be from Syria, aged 18-25.” Her post drew numerous comments, with many questioning why the incident was not more widely reported and criticizing the police response.
One commenter said, “Why is this not on the news? If it was the other way around, it would be all over the news and treated as a hate crime. This makes my blood boil. Our Canada, as we know it, will never be the same. Hope you guys are okay.” Another added, “They’ve done nothing (police). Do you remember when the pride flag was torn down? The police were all over that, asking for witnesses and labeling it a hate crime. Now, look at this? Silence from them, and this is a serious hate crime. Something that can’t wait and has to be addressed now.”
Call for Witnesses
MacLean has urged anyone with further information or video footage of the incident to come forward. “If anyone has any further information or witnessed this event, or has personal video footage, I would be extremely grateful if you could share it. Stay safe and happy Pride Month,” she posted.
Ongoing Investigation
Halifax police have confirmed that the incident is under investigation, but no charges have been laid at this time. As the couple and their supporters wait for justice, there is a growing sense of betrayal and distrust towards the authorities. The left-wing government is willing to abandon their predominately left-wing LGBTQ+ community to ensure they can continue their open borders population replacement agenda. The government has chosen to prioritize the influx of migrants, including those with anti-gay and anti-non-Islamic sentiments, over the safety and well-being of their own citizens.
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