Gwen Araujo

Gimme the Creeps

Abi shares the story of Gwen Araujo, an inspiring young trans woman who was taken before her journey could really begin.

On the night of October 3 into the early morning of October 4, Gwen is brutally beaten and killed when a group of men forcibly discover the truth for themselves.

Listener discretion is advised.

TW: graphic violence, transphobia, homophobia, language

From the documentary titled Trained in the Ways of Men (2007), Victims Statements:

51:42 Gwen's Aunt Emma Rodrigues

52:45 Gwen's Aunt Lupe Downing

53:04 Gwen's Sister Pearl Serrano

53:30 Gwen's Mother Sylvia Guerrero.

If you or someone you know needs support here are resources:

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https://www.thetrevorproject.org

1-866-488-7386

https://www.hrc.org/resources/direct-online-and-phone-support-services-for-lgbtq-youth

Case Sources:

-https://abc7news.com/who-is-gwen-araujo-timeline-documentary-transgender-murder/12451079/

-https://abc7news.com/gwen-araujo-documentary-transgender-murder-movie-trans-panic-defense/12451012/

-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Gwen_Araujo