Savannah Ryan Williams, 38, was found dead in a south Minneapolis courtyard on November 29, 2023, from a gunshot wound to the head. She was a transgender woman of Native and Cuban descent, remembered by friends and family as kind-hearted, humorous, generous and a vibrant member of the local transgender community.

Police investigators identified 25-year-old Damarean Kaylon Bible from nearby surveillance footage and arrested him soon after the discovery. Bible told investigators he shot Williams after a sexual encounter that began at a nearby bus shelter, saying he felt suspicious during their interaction; a search of his apartment recovered multiple firearms. He was charged with second-degree murder while prosecutors reviewed whether a bias enhancement could be proved.

Savannah’s family and community continue to grieve a woman described as a beautiful soul and a superstar. If anyone has information about the case or saw activity near the courtyard or bus shelter that morning, please come forward.