Charges Dropped Against Ex-Olympian David Hearn Accused of Damaging Reflecting Pool

Federal prosecutors dropped charges against former Olympian David Hearn on January 15, 2026, according to court filings. Hearn had been accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Prosecutors stated that evidence did not support the vandalism allegations. The charges were withdrawn without specifying whether Hearn admitted or denied any wrongdoing.

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