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A Mexican navy training ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge's underside
NEW YORK, May 18 (KUNA) -- A Mexican navy training ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge's underside, killing two people and leaving 19 people injured with currently two in critical condition, said local authorities.
According to CNN, New City Mayor Eric Adams commented on the incident and said on X "At this time, of the 277 on board, 19 sustained injuries, 2 of which remain in critical condition, and 2 more have sadly passed away from their injuries."
A spokesman for the New York Police Department (NYPD) revealed that the vessel left New York city port at 8:20 pm EST before suffering from a malfunction that led to it crashing into the underside of the Brooklyn Bridge.
Those injured were sent to the hospital for treatment, the source added.
The Mexican navy confirmed the incident on its official X account, saying that the crewmembers were being reviewed by local New York authorities and have been offered assistance. (end)
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