Mexican Navy Ship Crashes into Brooklyn Bridge: Two Dead, 22 Injured

Mexican Navy Ship's Collision with Brooklyn Bridge: Two Dead, Dozens Injured On May 17, 2025, the Mexican Navy training ship, the Cuauhtémoc, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City. This tragic incident resulted in two deaths and at least 22 injuries among the 277 people on board. The ship was reportedly maneuvering out of port when it lost control and struck the bridge. The impact caused significant damage to the vessel and left many passengers injured. "The accident is a terrible tragedy," said a spokesperson for the Mexican Navy, "Our thoughts are with the families of the victims." The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing, with both Mexican and US authorities collaborating to determine the factors that contributed to the collision. The Mexican government has expressed its commitment to transparency and full cooperation with the investigation. The incident has prompted renewed calls for stricter safety regulations for large vessels operating in busy waterways. While the immediate aftermath was one of shock and grief, the collaborative efforts of the involved nations offer a glimmer of hope for a thorough understanding of this tragic event and the prevention of similar accidents in the future.