A 19-year-old transgender woman was found stabbed to death in a laundry room at the University of Washington in Seattle on May 10, 2026. Police are actively searching for a Black male suspect described as 5’6-8″ tall with a beard, slim build, and wearing a vest with a button-up shirt and blue jeans. The suspect is believed to be between 25 and 30 years old. The incident occurred at Nordheim Court Apartments, prompting university alerts urging residents to remain indoors temporarily. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s name, stating the King County Medical Examiner will identify her in the coming days. Seattle police urge anyone with information to contact the Violent Crimes Tip Line at 206-233-5000. The university has provided counseling resources for affected individuals.