Why Was 49 Year Old Black Trans Woman Monique Brooks Shot to Death in Florida Parking Lot? — Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents

The Crime

On Friday, July 19, 2024, a Black trans woman was found shot near The Florida Mall on Friday around 3:50 a.m., and died in the hospital, according to Orange County deputies. Her name was Monique Brooks also known as Jade-Monique Thomas, Monique was 49 years old.

The more specific location was the 8200 block of South Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando, Florida.There is little information available. The Orange County deputies responded to reports of gunshot fire and found Monique. She was alive and they transported her to the hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.

That’s what we know officially. Her family says she was shot and killed in her car.

Anyone with information can call Crimeline at 800–423-TIPS (8477) or leave a tip .

Honoring Monique

She was born in Winter Park, Florida and relocated to Maitland, Florida. She was a digital creator. According to her socials, she was highly regarded as a hair stylist among her friends.

Her sibling Lecia described her as fun-loving, brilliant and smart. Friends are posting endless photos of outings and…