Crime & Safetyscore 2213·15 metrosupdated 3h ago

Justice Department Dismisses Case Against Ex-Olympian for Reflecting Pool Damage

The Justice Department has dropped charges against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. New evidence suggests the damage was due to contractor errors rather than vandalism.

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