Man Climbs Fence, Attacks Trans Woman in Westmalle; Police Investigate

A 50-year-old transgender woman has become the victim of a transphobic attack in Westmalle, Belgium. The incident, reported by HLN and confirmed by police, occurred when a 46-year-old neighbor allegedly climbed over a fence to assault her after a verbal altercation.

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Our teams were on site around 8:30 PM.

The victim was visiting friends when the man, who reportedly had a history of harassing her with persistent stares, reappeared. She began filming him to deter him, but the situation escalated into a physical confrontation. Police arrived at the scene around 8:30 PM.

An Denis from the Voorkempen police zone stated, "The woman declared that the man had hit her because she is a trans woman." While her physical injuries were described as minor, Denis emphasized the significant mental impact the assault has had on her. Police have filed a report for incitement to discrimination and are continuing their investigation into the incident.

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The woman declared that the man had hit her because she is a trans woman.

The attack highlights ongoing issues of transphobia and violence against the LGBTQ+ community. The victim's experience underscores the psychological toll such attacks can take, even when physical harm is not severe.

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Her injuries were minor overall, but that does not mean the mental impact for the woman is minor.