![]() ![]() And just as I am overwhelmed by your presence, your donations in support of my Transgender family, and allies who want to see justice served in this case. “This has been a rough week for myself, the Transgender community, and also the city of Dallas, but I want to sincerely thank all you guys for coming out. “This time, I can stand before you, whereas in other scenarios, we are at a memorial,” she said. For perhaps the first time, the general public had a front-row seat to the harsh realities endured by Black Trans women.įollowing the assault and a brief stint in the hospital, Muhlaysia addressed the media at a press conference. The video circulated quickly and garnered mass public attention. They kicked and punched her in her face, head, and body while shouting homophobic slurs. She reportedly suffered a broken wrist and concussion.Īmongst community members, it is widely believed that Muhlaysia’s Transness is what fueled the assailant and a mob of about several other men to beat her. According to media reports, the brutal attack stemmed from a fender bender gone wrong. Edward Dominic Thomas, 29, led the charge as bystanders watched. In April, a video of Muhlaysia being assaulted by a group of men in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas went viral. It took officials a day to identify her because she had no identification on her. On the morning of May 18, officers responded to a shooting call near a Dallas area golf course where Muhlaysia was found dead on arrival due to a gunshot wound. Those hopes ended when at just 22 years old, Muhlaysia’s life was tragically cut short after a whirlwind five weeks following a violent and viral video of her assault in Dallas. She took care of her granny when she could.” “She made sure they were fed, had a place to lay their heads, and that they stayed looking gorgeous. She was a great friend, and mother to her children ,” Jessica says. “I know that’s cliche but it’s the honest truth. Jessica remembers Muhlaysia not only for the times she showed up for her, but also for the times Muhlaysia was there for others. Muhlaysia, who didn’t have adequate transportation to get to the father’s wake, walked miles on foot to show up for Jessica and stand by her side in a time of grief. When her childhood friend Jessica Anderson dealt with the loss of her father, Muhlaysia showed up for her friend. ![]() It was important to her to be present, exhibit kindness, and extend compassion to family and friends who were in distress. The act of showing up was Muhlaysia Booker’s love language. ![]() This story is part of Know Their Names, a collection of articles illuminating and celebrating the lives of Black Trans women. She showed up for them whenever she was needed ![]()
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