A peaceful feminist gathering in Brighton was violently disrupted on Saturday when a group of transgender activists stormed the venue, leaving a trail of destruction and injured attendees in their wake.
Conference Descends Into Chaos
The Let Women Speak event, organised by gender-critical campaigner Kellie-Jay Keen, quickly turned into a scene of turmoil as approximately 20 protesters forced their way into the meeting. Eyewitnesses described how the activists began spraying graffiti across walls and furniture while shouting abuse at conference participants.
Violent Confrontations Erupt
Shocking footage from the incident shows physical altercations breaking out between protesters and attendees. One woman was reportedly struck in the face, while others were pushed and jostled as the situation escalated rapidly. The violence left several participants shaken and requiring medical attention.
"It was terrifying," one attendee told reporters. "We were simply trying to have a peaceful discussion about women's rights when they burst in, screaming and destroying everything in sight."
Police Response and Aftermath
Sussex Police confirmed they responded to multiple reports of criminal damage and assault at the central Brighton venue. Officers are currently reviewing CCTV footage and mobile phone recordings to identify those responsible for the vandalism and violence.
The conference organisers have condemned what they describe as "attempts to silence women's voices through intimidation and destruction." Clean-up crews worked through the night to repair the extensive damage to the property.
Growing Tensions in Gender Debate
This incident represents the latest escalation in the increasingly heated national conversation about gender identity and women's rights. Similar events across the UK have seen growing tensions between transgender activists and gender-critical feminists, though rarely with this level of violence and destruction.
Local councillors have expressed concern about the impact on Brighton's reputation as an inclusive city, while calling for calm and respectful dialogue between all parties involved in this complex debate.
