Amyri Dior, a 23-year-old Black transgender woman, was fatally shot in Milwaukee on February 21, prompting an investigation into her homicide. Family members suspect that her gender identity played a role in the crime, remembering her for her kindness and openness. The incident adds to a troubling trend of violence against transgender individuals, with multiple cases reported in recent years in Milwaukee alone. A vigil has been organized by the Milwaukee Black Pride Correlation to honor Dior's life, emphasizing community support and awareness of the threats faced by transgender individuals.
Amyri Dior, a 23-year-old Black transgender woman, was shot to death in Milwaukee, with police investigating the incident as a homicide linked to her gender identity.
'No matter who she came in contact with, she was always a good soul,' said her cousin, recalling her warm personality and longing for answers regarding the tragic circumstances of her death.
'I just want to tell everybody to live in the truth. It doesn't matter who you are... be an open book,' stated her mother, emphasizing acceptance and love regardless of identity.
Dior is at least the third trans person reported to have died by violence nationwide this year, highlighting the alarming trend of violence faced by the transgender community.
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