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Trial Begins for Man Accused of Transgender Hate Crime

2/5/2026

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Andre Karlow is on trial for hate crime and assault after attacking a transgender woman in the University District last year.
Prosecutors say Karlow and a group of men assaulted the victim, leaving her injured.
The defense argues he did not target the victim for transgender status.
Karlow has a 2024 conviction for an unprovoked attack.
New jail-call evidence shows Karlow expressing hatred toward transgender people and may be presented.

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Story summary

Andre Karlow is on trial for hate crime and assault after attacking a transgender woman in the University District last year.
Prosecutors say Karlow and a group of men assaulted the victim, leaving her injured.
The defense argues he did not target the victim for transgender status.
Karlow has a 2024 conviction for an unprovoked attack.
New jail-call evidence shows Karlow expressing hatred toward transgender people and may be presented.