Transgender Robbery: Suspect Freed From Jail, Investigation Looms

HOLLYWOOD, CA — A man arrested in connection with the violent robbery of three transgender women in Hollywood has been released from jail on Tuesday. The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office asked the police to do a deeper investigation, and says they will review the case once it's completed.

No charges have been filed yet against Carlton Callway, a 29-year-old who is a suspect in the case. Records show Callway was arrested last Thursday, and released Tuesday afternoon around 2:20 p.m.

"Our office has asked for further investigation. No charges have been filed at this time. Once the investigation is complete, the case will be reviewed for filing consideration," Greg Risling of the District Attorney's Office said.

42-year-old Willie Walker was arrested last Wednesday in connection to the crime, but was released the same day. A third suspect is still wanted for questioning. according to police.

The Los Angeles LGBT Center has been one of many groups to speak out in defense of Eden The Doll, Jaslyn Whiterose, and Joslyn Flawless, the three victims in the attack.

“The recent brutal attack in Hollywood of three transgender women is yet another reminder of the pervasive violence facing the trans community, especially trans women of color," said Terra Russell-Slavin, Director of Policy and Community Building. "These women deserve justice. We call on the LAPD and prosecutors to act quickly to ensure that this case is investigated as a hate crime."

Councilman Mitch O'Farrell echoed the sentiments at a press conference last Thursday, while condemning the lack of remorse seen by the attackers on social media.

"To see this level of violence celebrated gleefully, so much so the perpetrator himself posted it on social media, it's like a sucker punch to all of us who believe in civilized behavior," O'Farrell said.

According to the LA LGBT Center, at least 27 transgender or gender non-conforming people have been murdered in America this year.