Ex-Olympian weighing ‘all options’ after reflecting pool charges dropped
Summary
David Hearn, a former Olympic canoeist, was charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool but the charge was dropped after prosecutors found the damage was caused by poor work by a contractor. Hearn’s attorney said they are exploring legal actions against the government, while President Trump criticized the decision to drop the charges.Key Facts
- David Hearn was charged with felony property destruction related to damage to the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool.
- The charge against Hearn was dropped after prosecutors said the damage was due to faulty installation by a contractor.
- The reflecting pool had recently been renovated at a cost of $14 million during the Trump administration.
- Hearn was arrested on June 19 and faced up to 10 years in prison and a $1,000 fine.
- Prosecutors found a rushed and flawed installation process connected to the pool damage.
- President Trump criticized the U.S. attorney Jeanine Pirro for dismissing the charges, accusing her of failing.
- Hearn was detained for five hours by national guard and park police after touching the pool liner during a bike ride.
- Hearn’s lawyers are seeking a court dismissal that would prevent future prosecution and are considering civil suits and other actions against the government.
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