Mexican Navy Ship Crash: Two Cadets Killed in Brooklyn Bridge Tragedy

Mexican Navy Training Ship Crashes into Brooklyn Bridge, Killing Two Cadets A tragic accident occurred in New York City on May 19, 2025, when the Mexican Navy training ship Cuauhtemoc crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in the deaths of two cadets. The incident occurred during the ship's goodwill tour, visiting 22 ports globally. One of the victims, América Sánchez, was a 20-year-old award-winning swimmer. Friends described the other victim, Adal Jair Marcos, as a beloved world traveler. Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos and panic as the ship lost power and struck the bridge, sending sailors plummeting from the masts. "It was terrifying," one onlooker stated. President Sheinbaum and NYC Mayor Adams offered condolences as investigations into the power loss continue. The accident serves as a somber reminder of the risks involved in maritime activities, even during goodwill missions.