DJ stabs Puerto Rican woman in New Jersey after asking her to marry him: Family seeks support

• DJ Melo Accused of Stabbing His Partner
• Romantic Proposal Ends in Tragedy
• Mother of Two Leaves an Irreparable Void

What seemed like a fairy tale act of love turned into a heartbreaking tragedy.

José Melo, known as DJ Melo, 52, faces first-degree murder charges, reported New Jersey 101.5.

This follows accusations of fatally stabbing his fiancée, Naket Jadix Trinidad Maldonado, 31.

The crime occurred at a residence on Florida Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey, just one day after Melo posted a video of his marriage proposal on social media.

DJ MELO STABS PUERTO RICAN WOMAN IN NEW JERSEY

On Sunday, Melo shared an emotional video on Facebook showing the couple hugging and kissing as he proposed to her at a nightclub.

«I love you, darling,» DJ Melo wrote in the post, which quickly accumulated thousands of congratulatory messages.

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However, after the news of the murder broke, the post was filled with comments of shock and condolences.

In addition to the murder charge, Melo faces charges for possession of a weapon for unlawful purposes.

DJ Melo Had a Dark Past

Prosecutors have not revealed the motive behind the attack, but his history has sparked outrage.

Melo has been registered as a level 2 sex offender since 2010, after being convicted of threatening a woman with a cutter and sexually assaulting her.

Melo’s address in the state registry matches the location where the crime occurred, which strengthens the connection to the case.

Although there were no active arrest warrants against him, his history of assaults has resurfaced following this brutal act.

An Irreparable Loss

The victim, Naket Jadix Trinidad Maldonado, was the mother of two young girls and had no close relatives in New Jersey.

Her aunt started a GoFundMe campaign to support the children, describing the murder as a «senseless and malicious act.»

«Naky was taken from us in a horrible act by someone she trusted. Now her daughters face an uncertain future without either of their parents,» her aunt wrote on the campaign.

«We are facing many challenges during this difficult time, and today I turn to you for support to cope with the costs associated with her departure and the care of our granddaughters.»

Call to the Community

Authorities urge anyone with information about the case to contact investigators at 908-370-6793 or Elizabeth police at 908-570-7852, as reported by New Jersey 101.5.

Meanwhile, the community remains shaken by this violent act that ended a young life and left two children without their mother.

DJ Melo’s case has reignited the debate about the recidivism of sex offenders and the safety of their partners. CLICK HERE TO VIEW GOFUNDME.

It has brought to light the need for stricter measures to protect potential victims.

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