Published July 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET · Updated July 31, 2026 at 8:06 PM ET
Motion filed to dismiss Reflecting Pool vandalism charges against former Olympian
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The Justice Department is moving to dismiss Reflecting Pool vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn. Prosecutors stated that the damage was caused by a botched installation by a contractor rather than vandals.
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