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Man Arrested and Charged with Murder in 2021 Shooting Death of Transgender Woman in Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Authorities in Harris County have arrested a 54-year-old man in connection with the tragic shooting of a 38-year-old transgender woman in 2021. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez announced the murder charges against James McNutt, who is currently in custody at the Harris County Jail for his alleged involvement in the killing of Martina Caldera. The incident took place on December 6, 2021, around 7 a.m. in the 15700 block of East Freeway at …

Study Finds Transgender Individuals Face Higher Rates of Victimization Than Cisgender Individuals

Los Angeles, California – A new study from the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law reveals alarming statistics regarding the victimization rates of transgender individuals compared to cisgender individuals. The study found that transgender people are more than four times as likely to experience violent victimization, such as rape, sexual assault, and assault, than their cisgender counterparts. Moreover, households with transgender individuals also faced higher rates of property victimization. The research, based on data …

Swiss Man’s Shocking Assault On Transgender Woman Sparks Outrage in Thailand

Phuket, Thailand – A Swiss man’s brutal attack on a transgender woman in Trang has sparked controversy and raised concerns about violence against the LGBTQ+ community in the region. According to reports, the man assaulted the woman after discovering her gender identity, leading to what has been dubbed as the “Kathoey wars” incident. The victim, known as a Kathoey in Thailand, was reportedly targeted solely based on her gender identity. This hate crime has shed …

Rising Fatal Violence Against Transgender Women of Color: A Disturbing Trend Unveiled

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A disturbing pattern of violence has emerged, with a disproportionate number of transgender women of color, especially Black transgender women, falling victim to fatal attacks in the United States. These individuals have been killed by partners, acquaintances, or strangers, with some cases revealing a clear anti-transgender bias. The harsh reality is that the intersections of racism, sexism, homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia, coupled with easy access to guns, contribute to their vulnerability and …

Anti-Defamation League Fails to Address Left-Wing Extremism in Wake of Manifesto by Nashville Transgender Shooter

NASHVILLE, TN – The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has recently come under scrutiny for its exclusion of the transgender shooter, Audrey Hale, from its report on extremist-related murders in 2023. Despite Hale’s documented manifesto expressing hatred for white people and using derogatory language towards her targets, the ADL stated that there was no clear evidence of extremism in her case, raising questions about the organization’s criteria for defining extremism. Conservative commentator Stephen Crowder released three pages …

Auckland Transgender Actress Awa Puna Speaks Out About Violent Anti-Trans Protest

AUCKLAND, New Zealand – When actress Awa Puna led a large transgender rights march in Auckland last year, emotions ran high as the Shortland Street star stood before thousands of supporters. Her partner, Mark Chayanat Whittet, stood by her side as they protested the arrival of British anti-trans activist Posie Parker in New Zealand. The peaceful protest turned violent as around 1000 Destiny Church members clashed with the demonstrators, leaving Awa feeling vulnerable and targeted. …

Teen Charged with Attempted Murder After Brutal Attack on Transgender Girl at London Birthday Party

London, England – A transgender girl was the victim of a violent attack, where she was brutally stabbed 14 times while attending a birthday party. The incident took place in the borough of Harrow on Saturday evening, resulting in the teenage girl being rushed to the hospital. The attacker, another teenager, has appeared in court and has been charged with attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon in public. The victim was reportedly subjected …

Transgender Teen Stabbed 14 Times at Violent Birthday Party

LONDON, ENGLAND – A transgender teenager was the victim of a violent stabbing at a birthday party in London’s Masons Avenue over the weekend. The 18-year-old girl was reportedly attacked by a group of individuals after being subjected to transphobic slurs at the event. The incident left her with 14 stab wounds and she was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Furthermore, 19-year-old Summer Betts-Ramsey has been charged with attempted murder and possession of …

Man Gets Nearly 50 Years for Murder of Transgender Woman

SUITLAND, Md. – DeAllen Price, who was charged with the murder of 20-year old Taya Ashton in 2021, has been sentenced to nearly five decades in prison. The sentencing comes after Ashton was found shot to death in her apartment in the 2300 block of Brooks Drive in Suitland on July 17, 2021, according to Prince George’s County police. Price was sentenced to 60 years in prison with all but 48 years suspended for Ashton’s …