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Gardaí launch investigation into attacks on drag artists in Cork city
Krystal Queer was assaulted in front of hundreds during the festival, with bystanders cheering the attackers, Gardaí confirmed they are investigating the homophobic incident.
- On Sunday, Gardaí confirmed they are investigating an assault on well-known Cork drag queen Krystal Queer on Oliver Plunkett Street during the Cork Jazz Festival.
- While filming in full drag, Krystal Queer and Lucina Schynning said, 'Last night we wanted to film a silly little video to promote an upcoming event. Unfortunately, while we were recording, we experienced two unprovoked homophobic attacks,' as crowds cheered and filmed.
- Footage shows Krystal Queer being struck in the face with a phone as she tried to film her attackers, who also kicked her before her phone fell, leaving her bleeding.
- Despite the attack, the pair will perform on Thursday at Saints Cork, saying they have identified the attackers, reported them, and received footage from members of the public.
- Hundreds of onlookers watched yet did not intervene, while local TD Padraig Rice urged new strategies to protect minority groups and the queer community amid protest and public outrage.
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Gardaí launch investigation into attacks on drag artists in Cork city
GARDAÍ HAVE LAUNCHED an investigation into the assault of two drag artists on a Cork city centre street yesterday.The incident happened as thousands thronged the street as they celebrated the annual Cork City Jazz Festival.
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