Federal Prosecutors Seek Dismissal of Charges Against Former Olympian

Indictment Against David Hearn Under Scrutiny

Federal prosecutors have requested the dismissal of an indictment against former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn. The charge accused him of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

Citing Contractor Error

Recent developments revealed that the damage was caused by a contractor’s faulty installation, rather than intentional vandalism. This new information prompted the prosecutors to reconsider the charges.

Background and Allegations

The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Washington, D.C., initially charged Hearn with felony destruction of government property. He was accused of damaging more than $1,000 worth of sealant at the Reflecting Pool, a project that had support from President Trump. Hearn consistently refuted the allegations.

Ongoing Updates

The U.S. Attorney’s Office has not commented on the situation. CBS News has reached out to both the Justice Department and Hearn’s legal team for further details.

The story is developing, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.