Did Melaku have all the things he needed to make an explosive device?
No
What was found in his home during a search?
a typed list
What was on the list?
various components including batteries, wire and a "digital kitchen countdown timer.
Did he enter a plea in court?
Yes
Was it guilty or not guilty?
guilty
To how many counts?
three
What did he damage with a gun?
veterans' memorials
Was he formerly a part of the U.S. Military?
Yes
Which branch?
Marine Corps
Which cemetery were the graves located in?
Arlington National Cemetery
How old is Melaku?
23
Where was he born?
Ethiopia
How many plastic bags were in his backpack?
four
What was in them?
each containing 5 pounds of ammonium nitrate
What was in his notebook?
Arabic statements
How did he plan on desecrating the graves?
spray-painting the markers with Arabic statements
How many shootings did he admit to?
five
Was the gun he used obtained legally?
Yes
The cemetery contained the graves of veterans who fought in which wars?
Iraq and Afghanistan.
What date was Melaku arrested?
June 17