On October 17, 2023, Lisa Love Turman, a 35-year-old transgender woman, was fatally shot in Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred around 4:30 a.m. near the intersection of 79th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue on the South Side of Chicago. According to police and family members, Turman was walking home after leaving a friend’s house when the shooting took place.
Family members and loved ones believe that the shooting was targeted due to Turman's transgender identity.
Donna, a cousin of Turman, described her as "an all-around good person who did not deserve this," highlighting her loving, caring, and free-spirited nature. Donna recounted the events to WGN News, stating that a car made a U-turn, stopped, and then shot Turman approximately 30 seconds later.
The shooting has left Turman's family and community seeking justice. Neighbors and family members were aware of Turman's transgender identity, which they believe was a motivating factor for the attack. The family is adamant about pursuing justice for Turman, expressing their grief and confusion over the senseless act of violence.
As of the current date, there is no reported information on any arrests or suspects in connection with Lisa Love Turman's murder. The case remains a subject of ongoing investigation and advocacy for justice for Turman and the broader transgender community.
