Tribute Held For Domestic Violence Victim

The market square atrium packed with family, friends, police, and curious onlookers as the Domestic Violence Community Group held a dedication ceremony for Melanie Davis, who was murdered by her estranged husband 2 years ago on Rothesay Avenue.

A red silhouette featuring her story and life was presented as part the New Brunswick Silent Witness Project.

Spokesperson Deborah Doherty tells CHSJ News the statistics are horrifying -- over 40 women were killed since 1990 in New Brunswick alone and from January to March of this year, there have already been 3 murder/suicides involving domestic partners.

She says domestic violence is not a women's issue but a societal one.