Mourners, many bringing flowers, gathered at King George’s Park in Harryville in Ballymena and at Belfast City Hall to pay their respects to Chloe and advocate for women’s safety.
The tightly knit Harryville community came out in force for Wednesday evening’s memorial in Chloe’s home town along with sympathisers from the wider Ballymena region and further afield. The event had been organised by mental health charity Turning Point NI, based in Ballymena.
They heard Chloe’s brother Phillip Mitchell thank the police, all those who helped in the search and wider community for their help and support.
Pink and white balloons were released in remembrance of Chloe and a book of condolence was signed by many who attended.
Earlier in the evening, a vigil was also held at Belfast City Hall, organised by the socialist feminist movement Rosa NI. Many of those who attended held posters advocating the end of violence against women and girls.
Among those in attendance to show their solidarity and sympathy were members of the family of Natalie McNally who was murdered in Lurgan in December.
5. In loving memory of Chloe
Remembering Chloe Mitchell on Wednesday evening in Ballymena. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye
6. In loving memory of Chloe
There was a big turnout at the vigil in memory of Chloe Mitchell in Ballymena. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye
7. In loving memory of Chloe
The vigil in the Harryville area of Ballymena. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye
8. In loving memory of Chloe
Chloe Mitchell’s brother Philip (left) pictured at the vigil. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye