Dallas police have arrested a 29 year old man named Edward in connection with a violent attack on a transgender woman named Muhlaysia that was caught on video and shared widely online.
According to Fox 29 and other local reports, Edward was arrested on a charge of aggravated assault. Police said two other people are also considered suspects and that more arrests are expected. The FBI is assisting and is reportedly looking at the attack as a possible hate crime.
Muhlaysia told reporters the attack happened in daylight in an apartment complex parking lot after a minor traffic accident. In the video, she is punched by one man and kicked by others while a crowd stands by. She was reportedly knocked unconscious before several women helped carry her to safety.
Family members said she suffered a broken wrist, a swollen face and a concussion, and is recovering at home. Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings said he was extremely angry about what appeared to be mob violence, and he said those responsible do not represent the city or its LGBTQ community.
Police Lt. Vincent Weddington called the video disturbing, and investigators continue to look for other people involved. Edward has not been convicted of anything, and the case is ongoing.
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