A well-known LGBTQ+ advocate in Philadelphia has been accused of sexually assaulting two minors, reports the NY Post. Kendall Stephens, a 37-year-old trans woman, was arrested on Monday and is facing charges of rape, involuntary assault, unlawful contact with minors, and indecent assault against two boys aged 14 and 9.
The inquiry into the reported sexual assault involving Stephens, initiated on September 25 following a grandmother’s complaint, alleging that Stephens abused a boy on three occasions since 2022, starting when the child was 8 years old.
Another victim came forward and told police that Stephens had assaulted him. Investigators stated that Stephens had given the victim gifts unexpectedly, which the victim believed were meant to
“keep him quiet,”
according to court documents. Additionally, Stephens allegedly threatened one of the victims, saying that he would go to jail if he disclosed the abuse to anyone.
Stephens was a victim of a hate crime last year. She was assaulted at her South Philadelphia home, August 24, 2020. One of the attackers, Tymesha Wearing, was sentenced to house arrest for her involvement.
Stephens’ became a prominent activist in her community, advocating for justice and safety for the LGBTQ+ community. Stephens is scheduled to appear in court on December 29th. Her bail has been set at $250,000, according to court records.
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