Gang Sentenced for Using Grindr to Target and Rob LGBTQ+ Victims in Birmingham

Five men received a combined 80 years in prison after luring victims through dating apps, violently assaulting them, and stealing over £100,000.

The gang used fake profiles on Grindr to lure victims to secluded locations in Birmingham and Derby, where they were violently attacked and robbed.
Over a 10-month period, they stole more than £100,000 through forced bank transfers and theft of valuables such as phones, wallets, and jewelry.
Victims were subjected to hours-long assaults, with injuries including broken bones and dislocated shoulders, and were often held at knifepoint.
The five men, aged 20 to 24, were sentenced to between 12 and 17 years in prison after being convicted at Birmingham Crown Court.
Police praised the bravery of the victims in coming forward, which helped secure the convictions and prevent further attacks.