In Adelaide, Australia, a man dressed in a furry costume was violently assaulted by three strangers outside a popular shopping location. Dennis Gunn, a 20-year-old social media content creator, was promoting his “Furry Party” initiative when the unexpected attack occurred on Saturday afternoon.
Gunn was seen brandishing a sign stating “Vote 1 Furry Party” when the incident escalated. Video footage circulating on social media shows him falling to the ground after being struck by a flying kick to the head. At the time, Gunn was engaging with families in the vicinity, taking photographs and interacting with children. Just moments after these cheerful exchanges, the scene turned chaotic.
Describing the attack, Gunn recounted how the altercation originated out of nowhere. “Thirty seconds later, I got jumped,” he explained. “They started ripping apart my costume and punching me. My friends attempted to intervene, but I was quickly overwhelmed.” The young man detailed that his attackers managed to remove his furry headpiece before delivering a significant blow to his head.
Despite sustaining injuries, including a visible bruise, Gunn remains resilient. He has faced backlash online since sharing the incident, including receiving threats, yet he chooses to focus on the positive responses he has received from supporters worldwide. “I’m in good spirits,” Gunn stated. “I will continue performing because this is what makes me happy.”
In a video shared on social media, he voiced his determination not to let the attack hinder his passion for public performance. “This is my hobby, and I won’t be intimidated,” he affirmed. Criticizing his assailants, he labeled them as “cowards” for their behavior.
The local police department is currently conducting an investigation into the assault. A representative confirmed that the victim was attacked around 4 p.m. and that the suspects fled the scene before officers arrived. Although Gunn was assessed by paramedics on site, he did not require further medical attention.
South Australia Police have urged anyone with information related to the incident to come forward as they pursue leads. The community’s reaction has ignited a discussion about safety and acceptance in public spaces, especially for individuals expressing their unique identities.