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Citizens March After Violent "Hate Crime" Attack

Police ask for help to locate three suspects

Written by KEYT Reporter

Story Created: Jan 4, 2012 at 6:34 PM PDT

Story Updated: Jan 5, 2012 at 10:48 AM PDT

Santa Barbara - The search continues for three suspects who allegedly committed a "hate crime" on two men Sunday morning in downtown Santa Barbara. The violent attack left both men with wounds, and one with a serious gash to his head. A passerby caught it all on a cell phone camera.

Citizens marched from City Hall to the location of the attack on Ortega and Chapala Streets today. They spoke out against the crime. Among them, David Selberg with the Pacific Pride Foundation. "Our hearts go out to the victims," said Selberg. "And we're here to say, we are not afraid and that we are standing by these victims and our community. Santa Barbara is no place for hate."

Mayor Helene Schneider said, "This is something we need to stand up and speak out about and not fall away into the shadows."

Many of those in the group held signs against hate crimes.

Deputy Police Chief Frank Mannix asked for community help to locate the suspects, or any witnesses in the area of the early morning attacks. The victims were reportedly in the area where they had celebrated the New Year.

A taxi was also seen in the video and police are hoping the driver saw what happened and could provide some information.

KEY News Senior Reporter John Palminteri has our report.
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