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WWII Memorial vandal called herself 'homeless freedom fighter'
nypost.com • • nation
Key Points:
- Melissa Farris, who calls herself a “homeless freedom fighter,” was charged with felony vandalism for spray painting the World War II Memorial in Washington, DC.
- Prior to the incident, Farris posted paranoid videos claiming federal wiretaps, threats involving golf carts, and accusations of government malfeasance involving billions of dollars.
- She urged supporters to send her money for paint and spoke about planning a revolution, criticizing government spending such as a $9.6 billion Energy Department grant for electric vehicle battery plants.
- Farris faces charges of depredation against property and destruction of veterans’ memorials and was held in custody following her arrest.
- A friend, Maxwell Cuprys, who was asked to buy paint for her, said he was unaware of her plans and expressed hope that the graffiti would be cleaned, emphasizing respect for veterans.
