An ABC investigation uncovered a series of brutal assaults where Islamic State sympathizers lured gay and bisexual teenagers via apps like Wizz, bashed them in parks and toilets, and filmed the attacks.
Victims like James suffered severe beatings, with chat logs showing attackers planning since May 2023 and claiming no sin for targeting gays.
Five teens have been convicted with light sentences, linked to an underground ISIS network tied to the 2025 Bondi Hanukkah massacre; experts warn these could turn deadly as gay Australians face rising terror risks.
NSW responded with a permanent armed police unit and new liaison officers amid Mardi Gras concerns.
