A man has been arrested for allegedly gunning down a transgender activist in Philadelphia.
A man has been arrested for allegedly gunning down a transgender activist in Philadelphia, though police say the killing is not being investigated as a hate crime.
Michelle"Tamika" Washington, 40, was shot in the head and torso on Sunday morning and pronounced dead at a hospital, according to the Philadelphia police. The fact that Washington was transgender was not a factor in the crime, Philadelphia police homicide Capt. Jason Smith said at a news conference on Tuesday.Fam, I am deeply relieved to announce that @PhillyPolice have a suspect in custody for the murder of “Tamika” Washington. The @philadao has acted swiftly & already pressed charges. I will continue to update as details become available. #SayHerName pic.twitter.com/xxBQZ9nGWpIt's believed Bailey knew the victim, Smith said.
Washington was"a brilliant and outgoing member of Philadelphia's transgender community, known for her advocacy and mentorship," Amber Hikes, executive director of Philadelphia's Office of LGBT Affairs, said in a statement."She will be profoundly missed."
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