Showing posts with label Jackson Heights. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jackson Heights. Show all posts

02 April 2017

A Day Out Leaves Two Transgender Women Living in Fear

David Gonzalez
The New York Times


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19 December 2015

NYPD names suspect in Jax Hgts transgender beating

Bill Parry
Times Ledger


Tomas Rivera

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ezs note: It's good that the suspect has been identified.  If you see him, do NOT encounter him - rather, call the NYPD at 800-577-TIPS. Thanks.


04 December 2015

NYPD Needs To Do More in Transgender Beating Investigation, Activists Say

Katie Honan
DNAinfo

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30 November 2015

Transgender Woman Beaten Outside Home in Jackson Heights, Police SayM

Katie Honan
DNAInfo


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ezs note:  The unnamed victim was severely beaten.  Right now, she cannot speak - but if you were in the area, you can.  Please call the New York City Police Department at 1-800-577-TIPS. Thanks. 

07 May 2014

''Walking While Woman'' and the Fight to Stop Violent Policing of Gender Identity

 Mike Ludwig
http://truth-out.org

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ezs note:  You can make a difference as to how policing is done in your community. Go to the next town or city council meeting and ask how policing is carried out.  If they seem reticent, keep on bugging them!  If they still seem bullheaded, you can run!