Reflecting Pool vandalism charges against David Hearn dismissed

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 1 Oct, 21:42 · Archive

Vandalism charges against Olympic canoeist David Hearn have been permanently dismissed.

Vandalism charges against Olympic canoeist David Hearn related to damage at the Reflecting Pool have been permanently dismissed by a judge. Prosecutors had sought dismissal after determining the damage was caused by a contractor's botched installation rather than intentional vandalism. The judge criticised the prosecution for moving too quickly in bringing charges.

How it is being reported

• Olympic canoeist David Hearn has Reflecting Pool vandalism case tossed by judge with prejudiceNew York Post · 1 Oct, 20:29
• Reflecting pool vandalism charges against David Hearn permanently dismissedCBS News · 1 Oct, 16:52

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