A British man was set on fire in a homophobic attack in north-east England. The site of the attack The 20-year-old man was walking through the grounds of a church in Stockton when he was confronted by four men who asked him about his sexuality. The victim ignored the men but his legs were sprayed with aerosol and set alight by one of the men who approached him from behind. The men ran off and Police are currently asking anyone with information to come forward. The victim has been treated for serious burns.
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First published: Friday, 22nd July 2016 - 12:45pm