Terrifying pictures show aftermath of Brooklyn Bridge ship crash, chaotic scenes

Updated On May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

A Mexican naval tall ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge late Saturday, killing two crew members and injuring several others.

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A Mexican Navy training ship with 277 passengers onboard slammed the underside of the Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday night, injuring around19 people, according to officials. In this picture, a New York Police Department harbor unit prepares to board the Cuauhtémoc, a masted Mexican Navy training ship that collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, Saturday, May 17, 2025, in New York.AP/PTI(AP05_18_2025_000027B)(AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

A Mexican Navy training ship with 277 passengers onboard slammed the underside of the Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday night, injuring around19 people, according to officials. In this picture, a New York Police Department harbor unit prepares to board the Cuauhtémoc, a masted Mexican Navy training ship that collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, Saturday, May 17, 2025, in New York.AP/PTI(AP05_18_2025_000027B)(AP)

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Two crew members were killed followingh the Mexican Navy's crash into the bridge. Meanwhile, New York Police Department Chief Wilson Aramboles stated in a press conference that the ship lost power at approximately 8:20 p.m.(AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

Two crew members were killed followingh the Mexican Navy's crash into the bridge. Meanwhile, New York Police Department Chief Wilson Aramboles stated in a press conference that the ship lost power at approximately 8:20 p.m.(AP)

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Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez of the New York City Department of Transportation stated that the accident did not cause any significant damage to the Brooklyn Bridge.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez of the New York City Department of Transportation stated that the accident did not cause any significant damage to the Brooklyn Bridge.(REUTERS)

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The New York skyline and Brooklyn Bridge are framed in one of the snapped masts of a Mexican Navy training ship after it collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, Saturday, May 17, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)(AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

The New York skyline and Brooklyn Bridge are framed in one of the snapped masts of a Mexican Navy training ship after it collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, Saturday, May 17, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)(AP)

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A Mexican navy ship sits in the water after it hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in New York. AP/PTI(AP05_18_2025_000024B)(AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

A Mexican navy ship sits in the water after it hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in New York. AP/PTI(AP05_18_2025_000024B)(AP)

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A Mexican Navy training ship is seen in front of the Manhattan Bridge, after it was damaged having run into into the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, U.S., May 17, 2025. REUTERS/Santiago Lyon(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

A Mexican Navy training ship is seen in front of the Manhattan Bridge, after it was damaged having run into into the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, U.S., May 17, 2025. REUTERS/Santiago Lyon(REUTERS)

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A Mexican Navy training ship is seen damaged after it ran into the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, U.S., May 17, 2025. REUTERS/Bjorn Kils/New York Media Boat(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

A Mexican Navy training ship is seen damaged after it ran into the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, U.S., May 17, 2025. REUTERS/Bjorn Kils/New York Media Boat(REUTERS)

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A New York Police Department harbor unit prepares to board the Cuauhtémoc, a masted Mexican Navy training ship that collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, Saturday, May 17, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)(AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

A New York Police Department harbor unit prepares to board the Cuauhtémoc, a masted Mexican Navy training ship that collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, Saturday, May 17, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)(AP)

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Pedestrians walking along Brooklyn Bridge Park look on as a masted Mexican Navy training ship sits stranded near the Manhattan Bridge after colliding with the Brooklyn Bridge, Saturday, May 17, 2025, in New York. (Nick Corso via AP)(AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

Pedestrians walking along Brooklyn Bridge Park look on as a masted Mexican Navy training ship sits stranded near the Manhattan Bridge after colliding with the Brooklyn Bridge, Saturday, May 17, 2025, in New York. (Nick Corso via AP)(AP)

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams inspects the site of the tragedy. expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on May 18, 2025 07:24 pm IST

New York City Mayor Eric Adams inspects the site of the tragedy.

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    Shweta Kukreti

    Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.

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