Attorney for former Olympian accused of Reflecting Pool vandalism: Not a crime to ‘touch water’
Summary
David Hearn, a former U.S. Olympian, was arrested and charged with misdemeanor vandalism for allegedly touching the water in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His attorney says Hearn was not informed of his Miranda rights and plans to contest the charges.Key Facts
- David Hearn is a 67-year-old former U.S. Olympian.
- He was arrested for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
- The charge is a misdemeanor for damaging government property.
- The allegation is based on Hearn reaching into the pool’s water.
- His lawyer claims Hearn was never read his Miranda rights after arrest.
- Hearn intends to fight the vandalism charges in court.
- The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was recently renovated.
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