Police hope Liverpool march encourages more victims to speak out against hate crime
Extra patrols are being put out after a spate of attacks on members of the LGBTQ+ community
As people take a stand against hate crime in Liverpool, Merseyside Police are hoping this week's protest gives more victims the confidence to speak out.
Yesterday thousands marched through the streets in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community after several alleged homophobic attacks over the past few weeks.
Extra patrols are being deployed in a bid to reassure the public after some reported they no longer feel safe in their own city.
Supt Sarah Kenwright is guaranteeing all victims will be listened to :
"Liverpool is a friendly, vibrant and diverse community and hopefully the positive voices are louder than those that try to divide the community.
"I do hope people have the trust and confidence to come forward and report any matters to us and they do feel that support from the local community.
"You will see us in and around the city centre with additional patrols and providing reassurance and helping to keep people safe.
"This is Pride month, this is a really important time for our LGBTQ+ community and we won't let this be ruined".