Police investigate suspected hate crime in Roskilde

Police are investigating an unprovoked attack in Roskilde as a suspected hate crime. The incident highlights personal safety risks during late hours in public areas. Central and West Zealand Police reported the violence early on Sunday morning.

Two men were walking hand in hand on Jernbanegade in Roskilde. A group of men approached them at around 4:37 a.m. The group asked the two men if they were homosexual. One man from the group then punched both victims in the face. One of the victims fell to the ground after being struck. The group quickly left the scene after the attack.

Police described the attacker as light-skinned and of average build. He wore a black shirt, black trousers, and black shoes. Investigators are reviewing area surveillance footage and searching for witnesses. A hate crime involves discriminatory motives and can bring a harsher sentence. This report was first published by CPH Post.