MUSKEGON, Mich. (WOOD) — The teen who was beaten and stripped in a brutal attack that authorities say was motivated by his sexual orientation has a message for people who may be afraid to show their true selves.
“It’s very disturbing that people really hate someone based on their preference. For all those who are not sure who they are, be who you are and be proud of who you are,” he said, speaking only with 24 Hour News 8 Wednesday.
Video of the Saturday evening assault posted to Facebook shows it was terrifying, humiliating and painful. In the video, the attacker screamed, punched and kicked the 17-year-old as others filmed and snickered.
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