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Three More People Charged With Damaging Reflecting Pool

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July 8, 2026

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Three More People Charged With Damaging Reflecting Pool

Three more people accused of damaging part of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington last month have been criminally charged, according to court documents. The three people face misdemeanor charges of destroying property and causing damage worth less than 1,000. According to court documents, the defendants, Sophie Dennison-Gibby, 49, Justin Carreno, 47, and Cameron []

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UPI

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· Jul 9, 2026

3 more charged for reflecting pool damage; Olympian pleads not guilty

3 more charged for reflecting pool damage; Olympian pleads not guilty

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 9, 2026

Trump’s Reflecting Pool Debacle Deepens With New Charges

Kevin Dietsch / Getty ImagesThe legal fallout over the controversial makeover of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has widened, with three more people facing criminal charges for allegedly damaging the newly painted surface.Cameron Thiers, Sophie Dennison-Gibby and Justin Carreno were arrested after U.S. Park Police and other law enforcement officers said they saw them removing pieces of blue sealant from the pool in June. According to court documents, one officer allegedly watched Carreno pull a piece of paint from the water, while another said a piece of the pool liner was found in Dennison-Gibby’s purse. Read more at The Daily Beast.

UrduPoint

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· Jul 8, 2026

Three injured in roof collapse incident

Three injured in roof collapse incident

Malay Mail

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· Jul 5, 2026

Three men killed in 4WD collision at ‘P’ turning on Pan Borneo Sarikei-Sibu stretch

KUCHING, July 5 — Three men were killed while another suffered minor injuries in a crash involving two four-wheel...

Off The Press

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· Jun 26, 2026

Caulking in Reflecting Pool was cut, tops of fences tossed in water, filing says

Details of the alleged vandalism to the recently refurbished Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. were revealed in a court filing. According to Deputy Director for the National Park Service Frank Lands, the incident took place shortly after the resurfaced pool was filled again with water on June 9, ABC News reported. “The U.S. Park Police []...Click to read more

Investing.com

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· Jun 21, 2026

People caught vandalizing Washington Reflecting Pool to be fully prosecuted, US Attorney Pirro says

People caught vandalizing Washington Reflecting Pool to be fully prosecuted, US Attorney Pirro says

Sky News Australia

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· Jun 27, 2026

Arrests made over alleged vandalism of the Washington DC Reflecting Pool

Seven arrests and 18 police reports have been made around the alleged vandalism of the Washington DC Reflecting Pool. The pool has suffered significant deterioration since a Donald Trump-backed renovation. Algae growth and peeling material were reported several weeks after the work. The US President has confirmed when repairs would be made. “We’ll fix it right after the Fourth of July,” President Trump said.

RedState

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· Jun 28, 2026

Reflecting Pool Vandals Busted, Now Facing Charges

Reflecting Pool Vandals Busted, Now Facing Charges

Democracy Now!

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· Jul 6, 2026

Lawyer of Olympian Indicted After Touching Reflecting Pool Calls Case Outrageous

At least six people have been charged with allegedly vandalizing the pool, which underwent a failed 16M renovation.

Irish Mirror

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· Jul 11, 2026

Gardai seize mobile phones and quads as searches carried out in Poppintree Parkrun assault probe

On Saturday, June 27, three people were the victims of an alleged ‘vile and unprovoked assault’ at a Parkrun event in Dublin

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jun 29, 2026

Polis kesan lelaki pandu secara berbahaya sebelum rempuh dua kenderaan lain

PETALING JAYA: Polis sedang mengesan seorang lelaki dipercayai memandu secara berbahaya sebelum merempuh dua kenderaan lain dan melarikan diri dalam kejadian di Lebuhraya Persekutuan pada 20 Jun lalu. Video mengenai kejadian tular di media sosial pada 7.45 malam tadi sebelum siasatan lanjut dijalankan polis. Ketua Polis Daerah Petaling Jaya Asisten Komisioner Shamsudin Mamat berkata, siasatan ... Read more The post Polis kesan lelaki pandu secara berbahaya sebelum rempuh dua kenderaan lain appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Talking Points Memo

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· Jul 3, 2026

Former Olympian Charged with One Count of Felony Vandalism In Reflecting Pool Saga

The Reflecting Pool Saga Gets Uglier Federal prosecutors have obtained a one-count felony destruction of property indictment against David Hearn,...

Irish Star

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· Jun 26, 2026

Fox News' Jesse Watters airs footage of alleged vandal who 'slashed' Reflecting Pool

Fox News host Jesse Watters aired video he said showed alleged suspects damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, but acknowledged the footage was unverified

Fox News

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· Jun 25, 2026

‘Deranged’ vandals fuel Mall sabotage trend, from blood writing to Reflecting Pool damage

Vandals target the National Mall with blood-written messages on the Washington Monument, 8647 markings, and razor-blade cuts to the Reflecting Pool.

Boston.com

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· Jun 21, 2026

Trump says reflecting pool will likely need to be drained

The pool has taken on clouds of algae after a hasty renovation. A three-time Olympian was charged with destroying government property after he says he touched one of the strands of blue paint peeling off the pool’s bottom. The post Trump says reflecting pool will likely need to be drained appeared first on Boston.com.

AllSides

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· Jun 22, 2026

Trump says multiple people have been arrested for allegedly vandalizing Reflecting Pool

The United States Park Police have arrested multiple people for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, President Trump said Saturday, days after algae turned the water a fluorescent green hue and rips appeared in an American Flag Blue surface handpicked by the president. The United States Park Police have arrested multiple individuals for vandalizing our Nations magnificent Reflecting Poll (sic), Mr. Trump said in a Truth Social post Saturday. Who would do such a thing? These are very serious crimes having to do with the destruction of National Monuments. Years in jail! Work will begin immediately on its repair.

PBS NewsHour

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· Jul 5, 2026

Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Reflecting Pool

Like President Donald Trump, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said he was 100 sure that vandals caused the damage to the century-old Reflecting Pool on the National Mall.

India Today

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· Jul 5, 2026

West Bengal to recover triple damages for vandalism under new law

West Bengal to recover triple damages for vandalism under new law

Times of India

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· Jul 9, 2026

Trump promised to fix America's most famous Reflecting Pool for under $2 million. It ended up costing $14.7 million, and the problems started within days‎

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation faces legal challenges and accusations of vandalism. Problems like algae and peeling paint emerged shortly after the project's completion. The White House blamed vandals, while critics pointed to a rushed renovation process. Criminal charges have been filed against individuals accused of damaging the landmark. A lawsuit also challenges the renovation's compliance with preservation and environmental laws

Metro

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· Jul 10, 2026

‘Filth spinners’ are the swimmers guilty of this germ-ridden pool habit

'Bacteria tend to thrive in moisture.'

TASS

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· Jul 7, 2026

Ukrainian attacks kill 38 Russian civilians, including child, in past week — diplomat

Another 270 people, including eight minors, were injured, Rodion Miroshnik said

Tampa Free Press

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· Jun 25, 2026

Six Arrested After 350-Foot Razor And Acid Attack On Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Federal law enforcement officials have taken six individuals into custody following a significant act of vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. Investigators are currently tracking an additional five or six suspects who were captured on surveillance video at the scene. According to officials, the perpetrators used knives and razor blades to [] Six Arrested After 350-Foot Razor And Acid Attack On Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Daily Mirror

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· Jul 4, 2026

Video captures moment men fall off roof during fight then continue brawl before surprising ending

The footage shows one man being thrown off the roof while two others tumble to the ground and continuing the fight, before suddenly walking away

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 22, 2026

Law enforcement officers descend on Reflecting Pool after Trump claims vandalism

An increased number of law enforcement officers have been seen patrolling the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after President Donald Trump alleged vandals caused extensive damage to the recently renovated landmark. The increased security presence comes as work crews started draining the pool on Monday to repair what Trump called a 300-foot “gash” in the pool’s []

Caucasian Knot

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· Jun 21, 2026

More than 400 claims have been filed by owners of houses damaged by the flood in Mamedkala.

In Mamedkala, more than 500 homes were damaged during the flood in early April, and residents whose homes were damaged submitted more than 400 applications for compensation.

Jezebel

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· Jul 2, 2026

Touch the Reflecting Pool, Get Indicted by a D.C. Grand Jury. Even If You’re an Olympian!

A grand jury apparently agreed that it's now a crime to touch the Reflecting Pool in D.C., despite a century of people wading in it.

The Hill

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· Jun 21, 2026

Pirro vows to prosecute Reflection Pool vandals

U.S. Attorney for DC Jeanine Pirro on Sunday said her office would prosecute individuals caught vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after the Trump administration spent millions on renovations. “Anyone who is in a position of vandalizing or attempting to vandalize the Reflecting Pool will face the criminal justice system in D.C.” Pirro said during...

Legal Insurrection

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· Jul 3, 2026

Former Olympic Athlete Indicted for Allegedly Vandalizing Reflecting Pool

David Hearn faces a charge of felony destruction of property and could receive 10 years in prison. The post Former Olympic Athlete Indicted for Allegedly Vandalizing Reflecting Pool first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

9 News Australia

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· Jun 30, 2026

Daredevil backflips off Roseville bridge

Police are looking into a shocking video of a daredevil risking it all, flipping off the side of the Roseville Bridge. #9News

Global News

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· Jul 9, 2026

2 Winnipeg women charged after baseball bat assault leaves victims critically injured

Police allege one of the suspects photographed the injured victims and sent the images to other individuals before authorities were contacted.

Just the news

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· Jun 22, 2026

Trump confirms five people have been arrested for vandalism of Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool

The Department of the Interior said at least 14 police reports have been filed for vandalism of the reflecting pool and five other people have been given federal citations so far.

BoingBoing

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· Jun 25, 2026

Ignoring tire tracks, NPS hunts mystery Reflecting Pool vandal

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool mystery has everything: alleged vandals, a 16 million rush job, algae, peeling blue coating, and one enormous clue shaped like the presidential motorcade that drove across the freshly coated empty pool before it was refilled. AP reports that the Park Service reported the damage to the U.S. — Read the rest The post Ignoring tire tracks, NPS hunts mystery Reflecting Pool vandal appeared first on Boing Boing.

Slate Magazine

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· Jun 29, 2026

A Plague of Selfishness Has Taken Over Public Pools. This Summer, I’m Fighting Back.

The morning crowd is ruining it for the rest of us.

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· Jun 25, 2026

The reflecting pool debacle becomes a national flash point

The reflecting pool debacle becomes a national flash point

South China Morning Post

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· Jun 21, 2026

US attorney backs Trump on Washington pool ‘vandalising’, vows full prosecution

People caught vandalising the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Washington’s National Mall will be fully prosecuted, US Attorney Jeanine Pirro said on Sunday. President Donald Trump has blamed vandalism for recent problems with the newly renovated pool, including its new ‌blue paint peeling off. Citations for vandalism have been issued, Pirro said on Sunday, adding that even minor crimes must be prosecuted to keep the US capital safe. The peeling paint was visible in the 610-metre-long...

Brisbane Times

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· Jul 7, 2026

Inside the painstaking restoration of North Sydney pool’s prized heritage wall

Workers are adding the finishing touches to the pool before the long-awaited reopening in August. One detail might surprise visitors.

Hot Air

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· Jul 2, 2026

Man Charged with Felony for Damaging Reflecting Pool

Man Charged with Felony for Damaging Reflecting Pool

Crooks and Liars

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· Jun 22, 2026

Reflecting Pool Starts To Stink After Trump Orders It Drained: DC Photographer

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has a new problem: it's starting to smell. Washington, D.C., freelance photographer Joe Flood posted a photo on X on Monday of the pool being actively drained. As they drain it, the Reflecting Pool is starting to smell, he wrote. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social on Saturday that the pool would probably be forced to release and drain much of the water in order to do the necessary repairs. The drain order came after a 14 million no-bid renovation cratered almost immediately. Workers painted the pool bottom American flag blue — then algae bloomed within days, turning the water green and sending the new paint peeling off in strips. Trump blamed unnamed vandals, without offering evidence. United States Park Police separately arrested David Carter Hearn, 67, a three-time Olympic canoeist who says he stopped at the site out of curiosity and reached down to touch a piece of peeling paint. He was charged with misdemeanor destruction of government property. read more

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