Olympian indicted for vandalizing Reflecting Pool
Summary
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, was formally charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington D.C. Prosecutors say he pulled up the pool's bottom liner, causing damage, while his lawyers deny the claims and say he is innocent. The case is part of a broader investigation into several incidents of vandalism at the Reflecting Pool.Key Facts
- David Hearn was indicted for felony destruction of property related to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
- Prosecutors say Hearn pulled up and removed the pool's bottom liner, damaging a two-square-foot area.
- Hearn faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
- The indictment is the first since President Trump mentioned vandalism to the pool after a $14 million renovation.
- U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said other possible vandalism cases to the Reflecting Pool are under review.
- Hearn denies damaging the pool and claims he was never read his Miranda rights.
- Hearn’s lawyers called the charges "outrageous" and suggested they are politically motivated.
- The investigation includes both felony and misdemeanor cases related to vandalism at the Reflecting Pool.
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