Woman Accused of Defacing WWII Memorial | Louisville News

A 41-year-old woman, Melissa Farris, is facing serious charges after allegedly spray-painting graffiti on Washington D.C.’s WWII Memorial and flooding its fountain with bubbles—while livestreaming the act—before turning herself in. Though federal prosecutors sought detention, a judge released her under strict supervision, including house arrest in Ohio, a ban from D.C. (except for court), and a prohibition from any veterans’ memorials. Her passport is also revoked. The former president weighed in, calling the act an “insult to WWII heroes,” especially after similar vandalism charges were dropped against someone near the Reflecting Pool. Her preliminary hearing is set for September 3rd, with potential prison time of up to ten years if convicted. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/99cc9e3d8bdfefae