Protesters March After LGBTQ+ Community Questions Police Response to Philadelphia Pride Celebrations

Community responds to Gayborhood Pride arrests and police clashes

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Police response to Pa. Pride festival spurs criticism after 15 people arrested

By Jesse Bunch, The Philadelphia InquirerFifteen people were arrested at a Pride celebration in the Gayborhood on Sunday, authorities said, and the response drew criticism from some LGBTQ+ residents over how police handled crowd control at the event.

Protesters rally after 15 people arrested during Pride celebrations in Gayborhood

Police said the crowds were unruly. Protesters said police were out of control. Fifteen people were arrested during Pride celebrations in Center City over the weekend. Protesters hit the streets Monday night to rally against their actions.

Philadelphia police response during Pride celebrations draws protest

Dozens of people rallied Monday evening following a response by Philadelphia police during Pride celebrations over the weekend.

Protesters march after LGBTQ+ community questions police response to Philadelphia Pride celebrations

Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said the department is reviewing the actions of officers in the Gayborhood during Pride celebrations.