Official: 'Series' of incidents targeting LGBTQ+ community in Provincetown under investigation
“These events are disturbing, and we share the fear and discomfort they are causing in our community.”
Officials in Provincetown said Wednesday they are investigating a “series” of incidents in recent days targeting members of the LGBTQ+ community in the town.
“These events are disturbing, and we share the fear and discomfort they are causing in our community,” Town Manager Alex Morse said in a statement. “The Town and the Provincetown Police Department are taking these incidents very seriously and are actively investigating.”
A man reported being beaten by three men who used a homophobic slur during the predawn hours Monday morning. Police are investigating the incident as a possible hate crime.
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“While recent events have shown that hate can happen here, it has no home here,” Morse said. “We will – as generations before us have – come together, protect one another, and ensure that Provincetown remains a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community and everyone who lives and visits here. We will not let hate win. Go out and have fun this weekend, support local businesses, tip your Drag Queens, enjoy the Fireworks, and dance the night away.”
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https://www.boston.com/news/local-news/2025/07/02/official-series-of-incidents-targeting-lgbtq-community-in-provincetown-under-investigation/
My family is from there and I grew up there.
It is a fishing town, an artists haven, a gay community and a tourist spot. It is a beautiful place and if you haven't been there, you should go.
It breaks my heart that this happened.
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I agree, it is a very special place and one that will always be dear to my heart.
