NewsKPBS Public MediaJuly 31, 2026San Diego
Prosecutors drop vandalism charges in Reflecting Pool case
Prosecutors are moving to dismiss a vandalism case against David Hearn, citing a faulty installation of the pool's sealant rather than intentional damage. The charges stemmed from an incident last month at the site of a recent $14-million renovation.
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The al of this case ends the legal proceedings against David Hearn regarding alleged damage to a federally renovated landmark.
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Who's Mentioned
personDavid Hearn“Former Olympian accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.”organizationU.S. Park Police“Provided initial reports that led to the original indictment.”organizationDepartment of the Interior“Provided the documents that led to the dismissal of the case.”organizationNational Park Service“Responsible for the maintenance and restoration of the reflecting pool.”organizationAtlantic Industrial Coatings“Identified by the government as responsible for the flawed installation.”personJeanine Pirro“Previously characterized the damage as a deliberate act of vandalism.”