Damarean Kaylon Bible, 25, was sentenced to nearly 31 years in prison for the second-degree murder of Savannah Ryan Williams, a Cuban and Native transgender woman, in Minneapolis. Williams was found dead from a gunshot wound in November 2022, and Bible admitted to shooting her after feeling 'suspicious' during a sexual encounter. Despite prosecutors noting that there was insufficient evidence to classify the crime as bias-motivated, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty acknowledged the broader implications of violence against the transgender community, emphasizing the need for safety and justice. Family and community members mourned the loss of Williams, highlighting the tragic impact of such acts of violence. Nationally, violence against transgender individuals remains a critical issue, with LGBTQ+ advocates urging for greater recognition and protection under the law. Bible's case underscores the ongoing epidemic of violence faced by transgender individuals, particularly those who are young and of color.