Teens accused of using dating apps for homophobic attacks in Melbourne

Five teenagers have been arrested in Melbourne in connection with a series of homophobic attacks allegedly coordinated through dating applications. These arrests are part of a broader investigation into a pattern of targeted violence across the state of Victoria.

Authorities indicate that these recent apprehensions bring the total number of individuals charged in relation to similar incidents to nearly 50. The investigation remains ongoing as police continue to address the trend of using digital platforms to facilitate these attacks.