Federal prosecutors have dropped charges against former Olympian David Hearn, who had been accused of damaging the Reflecting Pool. The US Department of Justice moved to dismiss the case, according to reports. The New York Times reported that prosecutors acknowledged the Trump administration's claims of vandalism were false. Hearn, a former Olympian, will no longer face trial. Details of the alleged incident were not immediately released. The case has now been closed after the Justice Department's decision to abandon the prosecution. Both news outlets confirmed the dismissal, though the NYT provided the additional context that the original accusations were acknowledged as false by prosecutors. The development marks the end of a legal proceeding that stemmed from claims of damage to the prominent Washington, D.C., landmark. Hearn's legal status has now been cleared of the charges. The exact nature of the alleged damage and the circumstances surrounding the case remain unclear from the reports. The dropping of charges suggests that authorities found insufficient grounds to proceed. As a result, Hearn will not face any trial in connection with the matter. The case drew attention due to Hearn's status as an Olympian and the location involved. The Justice Department's move effectively concludes the matter, with no further court action expected.