Summary:
Charlton fans have said they will catch 'thugs' who attacked them during a hoax meeting.

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LGBT group Charlton Rainbows have claimed that they were attacked before Saturday's Championship clash between Charlton and Brighton after being lured to a meeting which they believed would be with a like-minded group. The group, which is made up of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Charlton fans, saw some of its members assaulted during the hoax. Charlton Rainbows tweeted: 'Before yesterday's match, we were told to meet a group equivalent to ours. Unfortunately, this was a hoax and some members were attacked.' Charlton Rainbows have claimed that they were attacked before Saturday's Championship clash between Charlton and Brighton . The LGBT group claim they were lured to a meeting which they believed would be with like-minded people . 'An investigation's ongoing with CCTV and statements being taken. We would like to say that the fans involved were neither #bhafc or #CAFC.' 'Our members shaken, but OK. We can't give more info as this is a criminal matter, but the thugs will be caught.' 'We would also like to thank the public who helped and the emergency services for their quick response and actions #LookAtThePositives.' The Metropolitan Police have confirmed that they had been made aware of the incident while Sussex Police investigation the alleged assaults. Charlton's Chris Solly (left) battles with Sam Baldock during Brighton's win on Saturday .