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Flemish Vlogger Harassed in Video, Public Prosecutor Investigates Homophobic Violence
Ghent police are investigating an incident where Belgian influencer Jonatan Medart and his partner were harassed by men shouting homophobic slurs. Medart shared unblurred video footage of the five men, prompting criticism from lawyer Joris Van Cauter regarding privacy violations. Medart subsequently removed the video after two men claimed innocence, apologizing to them while maintaining that three were actively abusive. A construction company whose employee appeared in the clip condemned the behavior. Medart plans to file a formal complaint with the public prosecutor to support LGBTQ+ individuals facing barriers to reporting such incidents.
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