Sonya,
I know you meant no disrespect and your point is a valid one. The trick had met her a week prior, he was known to her. He knew she was trans. Yes, all sex workers are aware of the risks - but when you couple in addiction and "quick cash" - situations turn dark rather quick. Diamond did not deserve to have her life snuffed out. Could she have made better choices? Yes, of course. But the fact remains that this is a hate crime be it against her race, gender or occupation. It's not fair and it isn't right. I would hope that if I met the same fate, everyone here would abstain from stating "but she knew she could get killed!", and stick to helping there be a resolve.