Prosecutors announced on August 3, 2026, that they have dropped the case against David Hearn, attributing the damage to the Reflecting Pool to a "botched installation" rather than vandalism. This decision also affects three other individuals who faced similar charges.
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Charges Dropped Against David Hearn and Three Others in Reflecting Pool Case
On August 3, 2026, prosecutors dropped charges against David Hearn regarding damage to the Reflecting Pool, citing a faulty installation as the cause. This ruling also impacts three other individuals who were charged in connection with the case.
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