On Saturday night, a historic Mexican naval training ship, the ARM Cuauhtémoc, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, resulting in one death and over a dozen injuries, including four serious cases. The ship, which had 277 people on board, reportedly experienced a mechanical failure that caused it to veer off course while departing from Pier 17. Mayor Eric Adams confirmed that two crew members were injured when they were on a mast during the incident, which occurred around 8:20 p.m.
Officials quickly dispatched inspectors to assess potential damage to the bridge, concluding no significant harm had occurred, and the structure remained open. Mayor Adams reported that no individuals had fallen into the water during the collision. The ship was on its way to Iceland, and video footage from the scene depicted the masts striking the bridge while witnesses noted a festive atmosphere aboard, complete with music.
The incident garnered the attention of Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, the Mexican ambassador to the U.S., who identified the vessel and expressed concern over the mishap. While the ship had connections to the upcoming Sail4th 250 celebrations for America’s 250th anniversary, it was announced that it would not participate. The ship, built in 1981, serves as a training vessel for the Mexican Navy and has a storied history of global voyages.
The New York Police Department is conducting an investigation into the collision, with the National Transportation Safety Board also involved in determining the causes. Police have advised the public to avoid the area surrounding the bridge as the situation is still developing.
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