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US judge orders release of woman accused of vandalism at World War II Memorial

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A U.S. judge ordered the release of a Kentucky woman who was accused of vandalism at the World War II Memorial.

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  1. FOX 5 DC

    Accused WWII Memorial vandal granted pretrial release after court appearance (opens FOX 5 DC)

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    A woman who was charged with vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall was she was granted pretrial release.

  2. NBC4 Washington

    Judge orders release of woman charged with vandalism of World War II Memorial (opens NBC4 Washington)

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    A federal judge in Washington ruled Tuesday that Melissa L. Farris, the woman facing felony charges in connection with damage done to the World War II Memorial, will remain free, but under strict conditions, while her case proceeds. The Aug.

  3. The Hill

    Judge orders release of woman accused of WWII Memorial vandalism (opens The Hill)

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    A Kentucky woman accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall was released from custody Monday but ordered to stay away from the national monument, according to court documents. Melissa L.

  4. Washington Examiner

    Judge orders release of suspect accused of vandalizing World War II Memorial (opens Washington Examiner)

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    A judge on Monday ordered the release of the woman accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial on Washington, D.C.’s National Mall. Melissa Farris was arrested after appearing to livestream herself on Aug. 13 vandalizing the monument, sparking outcry from President Donald Trump and leading U.S.

  5. Military Times

    US judge orders release of woman accused of vandalism at World War II Memorial (opens Military Times)

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    A U.S. judge ordered the release of a Kentucky woman who was accused of vandalism at the World War II Memorial.

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