Melanie Diane Parker, 21, was found dead in her Houston apartment at 2737 Briargrove Drive on May 25, 2006. Neighbors reported smoke coming from the unit; firefighters discovered her body burned beyond recognition in her bed. An autopsy determined she had died from a gunshot wound to the back of the head, and the fire was believed to have been set intentionally to cover up the crime.

Investigators linked DNA found at the scene to Adrien Lee Caldwell, who was arrested on August 27, 2007. At the time of his arrest he was already in custody for an aggravated sexual assault case and on probation for an injury to a child case. Caldwell was charged with capital murder.

Melanie was a geology student at San Jacinto College in Pasadena and was described as a homebody who enjoyed time with her nieces and nephews, outdoor activities, figure skating and her Christian faith. Does anyone have information about Melanie’s life or movements in Houston in the weeks before May 25, 2006?