David Hearn, a former Olympian, had faced a felony charge of vandalism related to damage to the Reflecting Pool's lining. He pleaded not guilty to the charges earlier this month. Prosecutors have now decided to drop the charges against him.
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Charges Dropped Against Former Olympian David Hearn in Vandalism Case
David Hearn, a former Olympian, had charges of vandalism dropped after pleading not guilty to accusations of damaging the Reflecting Pool's lining. The decision to drop the charges was made by prosecutors.
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Charges Dropped Against Ex-Olympian David Hearn Accused of Damaging Reflecting Pool
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Charges Dropped Against Former Olympian David Hearn in Vandalism Case