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Olympic canoeist David Hearn facing up to a decade in prison for alleged ‘deliberate act to damage’ Reflecting Pool

Former US Olympic team canoeist David Hearn could face a decade behind bars for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

The 67-year-old Hearn stopped at the Reflecting Pool on June 19 while on a bike ride after hearing news reports of ongoing problems after the controversial Trump administration renovation. As per USA Today, Hearn has materials expertise, saw a loose piece of the new rubbery sealant flapping in the water, and reached in to examine it.

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