“Trans sex worker shot man” : Transgender woman allegedly shoots man after revealing her identity

Accident – death – Obituary News : Alleged Transgender Murderer Claims Self-Defense in Crissy Field Shooting

San Francisco, CA – Shocking new details have emerged in the federal case of the alleged murder that took place in Crissy Field on November 12th. Leniyah Butler, the accused, has confessed to law enforcement that she shot the victim, Hamza Walupupu, after he became upset upon learning she is transgender. These revelations shed light on the larger issue of the disproportionate threat of sexual and physical violence faced by transgender individuals. Startling statistics from the Justice Department reveal that half of all transgender people have experienced sexual assault or abuse.

The recent court filings provide insight into the complexities of the case and argue for Butler, who was apprehended at her residence in late November, to be held in custody due to the potential threat she poses to the public and the potential for violence from the community. It is noteworthy that the initial information about her arrest used a different first name and gender, indicating a possible attempt to conceal her identity.

Butler, aged 20, has pleaded not guilty to charges of aiding and abetting murder. The prosecution alleges that she shot Walupupu in the head after performing oral sex, subsequently stealing his car and disposing of his body with the assistance of her mother. Butler’s attorney has not responded to requests for comment, leaving the case’s details solely in the hands of the court.

Investigators were able to link Butler to the crime through surveillance footage capturing a car associated with Walupupu leaving the park around the time of the shooting. Three days later, the abandoned vehicle was discovered in Hunters Point, with video surveillance revealing Butler parking the car, wiping it down with a cloth or towel, and making multiple trips to another vehicle that arrived at the scene, as stated in the criminal complaint.

The newly released court filings shed light on the events leading up to the tragic incident. Earlier that day, Butler and Walupupu had crossed paths at an undisclosed location in San Francisco, approximately 20 minutes away from the site of the crime. Butler propositioned Walupupu, offering him a date, to which he responded affirmatively, expressing a desire for “everything.” After agreeing on a price, Butler entered Walupupu’s car with the intention of making a quick stop at an ATM. However, instead of returning to the original meeting point, they went to a secluded area at Crissy Field.

Butler admitted to feeling out of her comfort zone, far from where they had initially met, once they arrived at Crissy Field. While there, she engaged in oral sex with Walupupu. However, when he expressed a desire for more, she disclosed her transgender identity. In response, Walupupu demanded a refund and ordered Butler to leave his vehicle.

Refusing to comply, Butler stated that she felt disrespected and feared being abandoned in an unfamiliar location. She requested that Walupupu take her back to their original meeting point, but instead, he attempted to exit the car. It was at this point that Butler, who was armed with a gun, shot him in the head. She later confessed to law enforcement that she had considered various scenarios before committing the act.

Throughout her interview with law enforcement, Butler displayed no remorse for her actions, even expressing thoughts of spitting on the victim’s body, as documented in court records. She callously stated, “There’s nothing to cry for at all. There’s nothing.” Following the shooting, she devised a plan to dispose of Walupupu’s body, seeking her mother’s assistance. Butler then drove to Kiska Road in Hunters Point, following her mother’s advice to wipe down the vehicle, eliminating any potential fingerprints or DNA evidence. She also discarded Walupupu’s backpack, her own bloodstained clothing, and relinquished the firearm due to its association with the crime.

Law enforcement’s attempt to apprehend Butler occurred on November 20th. In a bid to evade capture, she fled through a second-story window and sought refuge in a nearby garage before ultimately being arrested.

The shocking details of this case have ignited discussions surrounding the safety and well-being of transgender individuals, as they continue to face an alarming risk of violence. The court proceedings will determine the fate of Leniyah Butler and shed further light on the circumstances surrounding this tragic event..