The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a hate crime at the Evolution Wonderlounge on 22 December , 2024. Surveillance footage reveals a suspect vandalizing a window and defacing a "Protect Trans Kids" poster, raising concerns in the local 2SLGBTQ community.
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Edmonton Police Investigate Vandalism at 2SLGBTQ Nightclub
Incident Overview
The Edmonton Police Service’s hate crimes unit is currently investigating a troubling incident that occurred at the Evolution Wonderlounge, a well-known 2SLGBTQ nightclub in downtown Edmonton, Canada, CityNews reports. During the Christmas holidays, specifically on 22 December, 2024, surveillance footage captured a suspect allegedly defacing the club’s window at around 5:10 a.m.
Details of the Vandalism
The damage was notably inflicted over a prominent «Protect Trans Kids» poster displayed inside the bar, highlighting the troubling nature of the attack. In addition to vandalising the window, witnesses reported that the suspect carved a symbol resembling a cross into the glass, further raising concerns within the community.
Community Response and Call for Information
This incident has sparked anxiety among local residents and patrons of the Evolution Wonderlounge, who view it as an attack not just on a business, but on the 2SLGBTQ community as a whole. The Edmonton Police Service is urging anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect to come forward. Individuals who may have seen anything suspicious during the early morning hours of 22 December, 2024, are encouraged to reach out. Investigators can be contacted at 780-423-4567, and tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.