Brazilian Gay Men Face Deadly Robberies Through Dating Apps

Since March 2024, multiple gay men in Brazil have been murdered or robbed after being lured through dating apps, highlighting vulnerabilities within the LGBTQ+ community.

At least five gay men have been killed and dozens more robbed since March 2024.
Victims were targeted through popular LGBTQ+ dating apps like Hornet and Grindr.
Police investigations are ongoing, but arrests have been limited and inconsistent.
Victims' families and advocates cite structural homophobia as a factor in these crimes.
Dating app companies claim to be enhancing security measures and cooperating with law enforcement.

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