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Vigil held for 9-year-old girl who was murdered in Paulsboro, N.J.

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Maya Thomas' mother and stepfather are now charged with the child's murder, accused of beating her to death.

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  1. NJ.com / Star-Ledger

    Vigil planned for 9-year-old girl who cops say was beaten to death by mom, stepdad (opens NJ.com / Star-Ledger)

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    NJ.com / Star-Ledger's feed description

    Maya Thomas was homeschooled and had been abused for long period of time, authorities said.

  2. 6ABC Philadelphia

    Vigil held for 9-year-old girl who was murdered in Paulsboro, N.J. (opens 6ABC Philadelphia)

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    6ABC Philadelphia's feed description

    Maya Thomas' mother and stepfather are now charged with the child's murder, accused of beating her to death.

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