'Most amazing human being we have ever known': Family of UW student releases statement after fatal stabbing
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Key Points:
- Juniper C. Blessing, a 19-year-old transgender University of Washington student, was fatally stabbed on May 10 inside an off-campus laundry room near the UW campus in Seattle.
- Blessing was described by family as a gifted singer and atmospheric sciences student with a passion for meteorology, who was courageously living as her true self.
- The family expressed profound grief, highlighting Juniper's intelligence, talent, and sensitivity, and called for privacy as the community mourns the loss.
- The 31-year-old suspect fled the scene but turned himself in to Bellevue police days later; he appeared in court and prosecutors have until May 18 to file formal charges.
- The Human Rights Alliance of Santa Fe and local communities, including LGBTQIA2S groups, are also deeply affected by the tragedy and are supporting the family during this difficult time.