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A weekly gay bowling event in Orange County, Los Angeles, has been closed down.

Police said it was due to venue Lucky Strike allowing live entertainment and outside promotions without a permit.

However, the organisers of Spin Tuesdays have claimed they were targeted because the event is gay-themed.

"Everyone's feeling like the gay community is not welcome here," said Zach Moos, 34, one of the event's promoters and DJs.