Tai’Vion Lathan, a 24-year-old transgender woman known for her infectious laugh and love for her family, was found fatally shot in an alley in West Baltimore on August 4. Her death marks at least the 24th killing of a transgender or gender-expansive person in the U.S. this year, with a significant number of these victims being people of color. The transgender community in Baltimore, along with groups like Maryland Safe Haven, has expressed outrage and called for heightened awareness and action against such violence. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott has emphasized the city's commitment to investigating all violent crimes and ensuring the safety of the LGBTQ+ community. Lathan's family and friends remember her as a loving and creative individual who was set to start nursing school next month. A vigil in her memory is scheduled for August 16.