Man Accused of Hate Crimes
Aug 18, 2002: The Hillsborough State Attorney's Office charged Devin Scott Angus, 21, of Clearwater, with a string of felony hate crimes Thursday stemming from the July 7 attack, which happened as the men were leaving a gay pride party.
Man Gets House Arrest, Probation for Hate Crime
April 22, 2003: A Hillsborough judge sentenced a 21-year-old Clearwater man to house arrest and probation Monday for attacking three men after a gay pride event last July. Earlier this month, Devin Scott Angus pleaded guilty to charges of aggravated battery and battery with evidence of prejudice, a hate crime. He could have faced up to 30 years in prison. Includes Related News Articles: No Jail For Gay Bashings and
*April 1: Man Guilty in Attack on 3 After 2002 Gay Pride Event.
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Commission Will Let Voters Decide on Non-Discrimination
The Sarasota City Commission agreed to let residents decide whether the city's charter should ban discrimination based on characteristics that include sexual orientation. Many were surprised by the commission's unanimous vote, because city administrators had openly opposed the measure. But, language and enforceability of ban remain in question.
Violent Hate Crime Rocks Pride Tampa Bay.
Watermark Online News Coverage of Hate Crime and the Rally Against Hate. Includes photo of injuries the men sustained in the brutal attack. Read Article.
Related News Articles:
*July 9: Gay Men Attacked After PrideFest Event.
Over 200 Attend Rally Against Hate Crimes
A demonstration held in condemnation of an attack and a vicious beating of 3 gay men and against Hate Crimes. Scott Boswell, Stephen Hair and Sonny Gonzales, returned to the scene of their attack, with stitches, swollen bruises and blackened eyes ever so visible. This time, their safety was protected by over 200 people attending the weekend rally in a show of support for them, to send a message against hate crimes and those who commit them.
Gay Bashers Attack Tampa Bay PrideFest 2002 Revelers
What was to be a night of celebration for ones Gay Pride, instead, it turned into a night of prejudice and violence. Florida's Aquarium was where revelers, dressed in swim trunks and packing water guns, attended Tampa Bay PrideFest's ``Wet Party.'' As a group of men walked to a limousine in a parking garage about 2:30 am Sunday, they were taunted and attacked. Then two men began to beat Scott Boswell, Sonny Gonzales and Steven Hair, punching them about their faces. Please attend a "Rally Against Hate". on Saturday, July 13th, 10:am. Add your voice against hate crimes and in a show of support of the victims.
A Farwell Salute to Lois M. Marrero Photo Gallery.
A Year Cannot Heal Slain Officer's Partner & Family
Mickie Mashburn remains undeterred, Karen Doering said. "She knows she and Lois were life partners, soul mates up to the day Lois died. Mickie will do whatever it takes to honor Lois' memory by trying to change the
laws." Memorial Services held to honor and remember Lois, who was killed in the line of duty on July 6, 2001.

"Op-Ed: 9-11 Mychal Judge Law Comes Up Short"  By Karen Doering Esq.
One year ago, Tampa Officer Lois Marrero was killed in the line of duty leaving behind colleagues, friends, family and a life partner of 11 years, Officer Mickie Mashburn. Lois' death brought not only grief, but the sad realization that the life she and Mickie shared for more than a decade was of no legal consequence. Mickie would not receive the pension benefits due a survivor. At a time of her deepest grief, Mickie's world became a maze of paperwork, legal battles and conflict.
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testified that Lois would have wanted Mickie to receive her pension benefits. Telling the board, if Lois was given a choice to who to leave her pension, "It would have been Mickie." What would have made the board's denial moot, was prevented by a bureaucratic mistake. Lois wasn't permitted to choose Mickie as beneficiary, but, the state Legislature passed a law in 1999 saying pension members could choose their beneficiary. It was not until July 3, 2001, that the city approved the ordinance. Tragically, just three days later Lois was killed, without being able to exercise her right. Mickie, although at the brink of exhaustion from this ordeal, she hasn't given up hope and intends to continue her efforts. And she has the support of the gay and straight community. TBC, our members and many others will do what ever it takes to achieve justice for our sister, Mickie.                 Photo Credits to the St Petersburg Times and Tampa Tribune.
Mickie Mashburn's loving Partner of 10 years, Lois M. Marrero, was killed in the in the line of Duty, on July 6, 2001. Coping with such great loss, Mickie's handed another loss, this time it's the loss to the right to receive her partners pension benefits. The Tampa Fire and Police Pension Board, voted 7~1 to deny Mickie spousal death benefits of slain partner. As Mickie's co-workers, neighbors and family testified, the board members did little to feign interest. One board member fell asleep, while, the board's attorney, James Loper, who presented arguments against Mashburn's case during the hearing. Passed a note commenting on the repetitive testimony of the witnesses. Once those who
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Shame on Mayor Baker, a Mayor for Some of the People Not All of the People.
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Tampa Gay Community, City of Tampa & Tampa Police Lose One of Ours & Their Finest
July 7, 2001: The Gay Community Honor Officer Lois Marrero, taken in the line of duty. Our Thoughts and Our Prayers are with her and her Life Partner, Mickie Mashburn. She will be missed so greatly. Lois had dedicated 19 years protecting us and for this we  are forever and will always grateful. May God keep her by his side. TBC's Tribute and Memorial to Tampa Police Officer Lois M. Marrero for complete coverage of this tragic event on Video Clips and New Articles Archives.  Articles on the Tampa City Council exploring extending benefits and continued efforts in fighting for equality, will not be posted on Lois & Mickie's Tribute page. With respect for Lois and MickieI will not use TBC's Tribute and Memorial to Lois and Mickie
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Mickie Mashburn [above]
was the Partner for ten years of Tampa police Officer Lois M. Marrero.   
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Tampa Gay Community, City of Tampa & Tampa Police Lose One of Ours & Their Finest
July 7, 2001: The Gay Community Honor Officer Lois Marrero, taken in the line of duty. Our Thoughts and Our Prayers are with her and her Life Partner, Mickie Mashburn. She will be missed so greatly. Lois had dedicated 19 years protecting us and for this we  are forever and will always grateful. May God keep her by his side. TBC's Tribute and Memorial to Tampa Police Officer Lois M. Marrero for complete coverage of this tragic event on Video Clips and New Articles Archives.  Articles on the Tampa City Council exploring extending benefits and continued efforts in fighting for equality, will not be posted on Lois & Mickie's Tribute page. With respect for Lois and MickieI will not use TBC's Tribute and Memorial to Lois and Mickie
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Tampa Bay Metro News Archives
*City Council Votes 6-2 to Protect GLB from Discrimination.
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Shame on Mayor Baker, a Mayor for Some of the People Not All of the People.
Mickie Mashburn's loving Partner of 10 years, Lois M. Marrero, was killed in the in the line of Duty, on July 6, 2001. Coping with such great loss, Mickie's handed another loss, this time it's the loss to the right to receive her partners pension benefits. The Tampa Fire and Police Pension Board, voted 7~1 to deny Mickie spousal death benefits of slain partner. As Mickie's co-workers, neighbors and family testified, the board members did little to feign interest. One board member fell asleep, while, the board's attorney, James Loper, who presented arguments against Mashburn's case during the hearing. Passed a note commenting on the repetitive testimony of the witnesses. Once those who
testified that Lois would have wanted Mickie to receive her pension benefits. Telling the board, if Lois was given a choice to who to leave her pension, "It would have been Mickie." What would have made the board's denial moot, was prevented by a bureaucratic mistake. Lois wasn't permitted to choose Mickie as beneficiary, but, the state Legislature passed a law in 1999 saying pension members could choose their beneficiary. It was not until July 3, 2001, that the city approved the ordinance. Tragically, just three days later Lois was killed, without being able to exercise her right. Mickie, although at the brink of exhaustion from this ordeal, she hasn't given up hope and intends to continue her efforts. And she has the support of the gay and straight community. TBC, our members and many others will do what ever it takes to achieve justice for our sister, Mickie.                 Photo Credits to the St Petersburg Times and Tampa Tribune.
Fire & Police Board Denies Pension for Slain Officer's Partner
Mickie Mashburn, Tired & exhausted, not giving up.
Board members woke up in time to vote against Mickie.
Unity Leadership of Tampa Bay Conference
Summary & Highlights Leaders Select 2002-2003 Community Wide Project 
Tampa Bay Domestic Partnership
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It Has Been One Year Since Lois Marrero Was Taken Lois Remains in Our Thoughts, Hearts and Prayers.
A Year Cannot Heal Slain Officer's Partner & Family
Mickie Mashburn remains undeterred, Karen Doering said. "She knows she and Lois were life partners, soul mates up to the day Lois died. Mickie will do whatever it takes to honor Lois' memory by trying to change the
laws." Memorial Services held to honor and remember Lois, who was killed in the line of duty on July 6, 2001.

"Op-Ed: 9-11 Mychal Judge Law Comes Up Short"  By Karen Doering Esq.
One year ago, Tampa Officer Lois Marrero was killed in the line of duty leaving behind colleagues, friends, family and a life partner of 11 years, Officer Mickie Mashburn. Lois' death brought not only grief, but the sad realization that the life she and Mickie shared for more than a decade was of no legal consequence. Mickie would not receive the pension benefits due a survivor. At a time of her deepest grief, Mickie's world became a maze of paperwork, legal battles and conflict.
A Farwell Salute to Lois M. Marrero Photo Gallery.
Gay Bashers Attack Tampa Bay PrideFest 2002 Revelers
What was to be a night of celebration for ones Gay Pride, instead, it turned into a night of prejudice and violence. Florida's Aquarium was where revelers, dressed in swim trunks and packing water guns, attended Tampa Bay PrideFest's ``Wet Party.'' As a group of men walked to a limousine in a parking garage about 2:30 am Sunday, they were taunted and attacked. Then two men began to beat Scott Boswell, Sonny Gonzales and Steven Hair, punching them about their faces. Please attend a "Rally Against Hate". on Saturday, July 13th, 10:am. Add your voice against hate crimes and in a show of support of the victims.
Scott Boswell wound up with a busted lip, (Top) and others were treated for various injuries. (Below)  (Bay News 9 Photo)
Over 200 Attend Rally Against Hate Crimes
A demonstration held in condemnation of an attack and a vicious beating of 3 gay men and against Hate Crimes. Scott Boswell, Stephen Hair and Sonny Gonzales, returned to the scene of their attack, with stitches, swollen bruises and blackened eyes ever so visible. This time, their safety was protected by over 200 people attending the weekend rally in a show of support for them, to send a message against hate crimes and those who commit them.
Tampa Bay Gay Community
returned to the scene of the attack of three gay men. At over 200 hundres strong, the Rally Against Hate showed support for the men attacked and condemned those who attacked them. (Above Right) (Photo Credit Watermark)
Violent Hate Crime Rocks Pride Tampa Bay.
Watermark Online News Coverage of Hate Crime and the Rally Against Hate. Includes photo of injuries the men sustained in the brutal attack. Read Article.
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Commission Will Let Voters Decide on Non-Discrimination
The Sarasota City Commission agreed to let residents decide whether the city's charter should ban discrimination based on characteristics that include sexual orientation. Many were surprised by the commission's unanimous vote, because city administrators had openly opposed the measure. But, language and enforceability of ban remain in question.
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Man Gets House Arrest, Probation for Hate Crime
April 22, 2003: A Hillsborough judge sentenced a 21-year-old Clearwater man to house arrest and probation Monday for attacking three men after a gay pride event last July. Earlier this month, Devin Scott Angus pleaded guilty to charges of aggravated battery and battery with evidence of prejudice, a hate crime. He could have faced up to 30 years in prison. Includes Related News Articles: No Jail For Gay Bashings and
*April 1: Man Guilty in Attack on 3 After 2002 Gay Pride Event.
Man Accused of Hate Crimes
Aug 18, 2002: The Hillsborough State Attorney's Office charged Devin Scott Angus, 21, of Clearwater, with a string of felony hate crimes Thursday stemming from the July 7 attack, which happened as the men were leaving a gay pride party.