Pauly Likens, a 14-year-old transgender girl, was last seen on June 22. Her dismembered remains were found scattered around Shenango Lake. DaShawn Watkins was arrested and charged with first-degree murder, aggravated assault, abuse of a corpse, and tampering with evidence. Surveillance footage allegedly showed Watkins carrying large bags in and out of his apartment, and blood was reportedly found in his apartment. The Pennsylvania Youth Congress has called for authorities to consider hate crime charges, though officials haven’t stated if they believe it was a hate crime.
Man Accused of Murder, Dismemberment of 14-Year-Old Girl. Was She Killed Because She’s Transgender?
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