Vigil held for woman who went missing, found dead in New Jersey

Monday, May 22, 2023
BAYONNE, New Jersey (WABC) -- A vigil was held on Sunday for a mother from South Jersey who was murdered.

Hundreds gathered in Jersey City to remember Norelis Mendoza, 32.
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Mendoza was found dead on the side of the road this past Wednesday.

Police have arrested Gregory Mallard, 35, and they say Mendoza was a victim of domestic violence - something those attending the vigil say cannot be tolerated.



Mendoza's family says she had previously gotten a restraining order against Mallard.
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