On May 17, the Cuauhtémoc, a Mexican Navy training ship, crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge due to a mechanical failure that resulted in the loss of power. New York City officials, including Mayor Eric Adams and NYPD Chief Wilson Aramboles, confirmed that there were 277 people onboard, with 19 reported injuries, four of which were serious. Fortunately, no one fell into the water. Eyewitness videos captured the dramatic moment of impact, and the Mexican Navy issued a statement regarding damage to the vessel and reaffirmed their commitment to safety and transparency.
Just before 9 p.m. local time on May 17, the Cuauhtémoc vessel crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge, prompting a search-and-rescue operation.
During a press conference, Mayor Eric Adams stated the Cuauhtémoc, a training ship used for the Mexican Navy, crashed due to a mechanical mishap.
The Mexican navy confirmed that the mishap caused damage to the training ship, preventing the continuation of the training cruise for the time being.
The Navy reaffirms its commitment to personnel safety, transparency in its operations, and excellent training for future officers of the Mexican Navy.
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