On Saturday night, the Cuauhtémoc, a Mexican Navy training ship, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, injuring at least 20 people, three critically. The accident occurred around 8:26 p.m., prompting a rapid response from local emergency services, with victims transported to the Brooklyn Navy Yard and nearby hospitals. The ship had recently arrived in New York as part of a goodwill mission and was slated to participate in the upcoming Fourth of July celebrations. Authorities are actively investigating the incident as the situation evolves.
A spokesperson for the New York City Police Department confirmed that multiple people were being aided after a ship carrying 200 hit the Brooklyn Bridge.
New York Attorney General Letitia James expressed concern saying, 'I’m praying for everyone who was on this ship that crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge this evening.'
A search and rescue operation is currently ongoing; 20 individuals have reported injuries, with three in critical condition.
The Cuauhtémoc, built in 1982, was in New York as a goodwill gesture and was set to participate in next year's celebrations for America's 250th.
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