Judge dismisses vandalism case against Olympian David Hearn

A federal judge dismissed the vandalism case against David Hearn, a former Olympic athlete, on August 6. Hearn, 67, was initially arrested on June 19 after touching the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during a bike ride. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro requested the dismissal, citing flawed installation by the contractor as the cause of damage, rather than vandalism. The judge has yet to decide if the dismissal will be with prejudice, preventing future charges against Hearn. A hearing is scheduled for further arguments from both parties.

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