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05/19/2025

Mexican Navy Tall Ship Strikes Brooklyn Bridge

Two crew members died and its masts snapped

A Mexican navy sailing ship on a global goodwill tour struck the Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday, snapping its three masts, killing two crew members and leaving some sailors dangling from harnesses high in the air waiting for help.

Disgraced New York City Mayor Eric Adams said the 142-year-old bridge was spared major damage; however, at least 19 people aboard the ship needed medical treatment.

Two of the four people who suffered serious injuries later died, Adams announced on social media early Sunday.

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