WATCH: U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announces felony charge related to Reflecting Pool
Summary
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, was charged with a felony for damaging the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Hearn tore up a protective sealant on the pool, causing over $1,000 in damage.Key Facts
- David Hearn is a 67-year-old former Olympic canoe athlete from Bethesda, Maryland.
- He was indicted on one felony count of property destruction in D.C. court.
- Hearn reportedly ripped up a newly installed sealant from the Reflecting Pool's bottom liner.
- The damage caused is estimated to be over $1,000.
- Authorities said Hearn acted forcefully and was belligerent toward a park employee who told him to stop.
- Hearn was detained for five hours by National Guard and Park Police before being released.
- Hearn said he only briefly touched the peeled coating after being told to stop.
- President Donald Trump mentioned multiple arrests linked to vandalism at the Reflecting Pool during a costly rehabilitation project.
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