Halloween Horror on D.C. Metrobus: Gay Couple Urges Hate Crime Probe After Brutal Attack

Washington, D.C. — Two men, recent transplants from Florida, reported a violent assault during a Metrobus ride on Halloween night in the nation’s capital, urging authorities to treat the attack as a hate crime. Nico Nieves and Roy Capell, who moved seeking a more inclusive environment, encountered violence shortly after they celebrated the evening at a local gay bar. The incident unfolded around 1:30 a.m. as the couple made their way home. According to the …

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Family Mourns and Seeks Justice for Murdered MetroBus Operator

ST. LOUIS, MO – The tragic death of 30-year-old Markell Byrd, a hard-working bus driver who was gunned down on Monday, has left his family devastated. Byrd’s family describes him as a dedicated man who was committed to providing the best for his five children. His family is asking for prayers, support, and answers as they struggle to come to terms with this senseless act of violence. Byrd’s mother, LaTarsha Tate, expressed her disbelief at …

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