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News18
19-05-2025
- News18
Who Were Mexican Cadets América Sánchez And Adal Marcos Killed In Brooklyn Bridge Crash?
Last Updated: The victims of the Brooklyn Bridge accident were identified as 20-year-old América Yamilet Sánchez from Xalapa, Veracruz, and 22-year-old Adal Jair Marcos from Salina Cruz, Oaxaca. What began as a routine departure on Saturday night ended in tragedy when the Mexican Navy's tall ship Cuauhtémoc struck the Brooklyn Bridge, killing two young cadets and injuring at least 19 others. The ship, which was on a goodwill tour, reportedly lost power and drifted backwards into the bridge around 8:20 pm, snapping all three of its masts and triggering panic aboard. The victims were identified as 20-year-old América Yamilet Sánchez from Xalapa, Veracruz, and 22-year-old Adal Jair Marcos from Salina Cruz, Oaxaca. Both were in the ship's rigging at the time of the collision. This is insane footage of the Mexican Navy ship crashing into the Brooklyn would you even do if you were up on that mast? — Bruce (@bruce_barrett) May 18, 2025 Who Were The Victims? Sánchez, an accomplished swimmer and top student at the Heroica Escuela Naval Militar, had recently posted a photo in front of the ship just hours before the incident. 'I deeply regret the passing of Veracruz cadet América Yamilet Sánchez,'' Veracruz Gov. Rocío Nahle García wrote on X. 'My love, support, and solidarity go out to her family." Marcos, affectionately known as 'Tyson" among his peers, was known for his extensive travels and dedication to the Navy. According to the Mexican outlet El Universal, Marcos had spent the past nine months aboard the ship, travelling to destinations including Hawaii, Tokyo, New Zealand, and Australia. The Cuauhtémoc, built in Spain in 1982, was carrying 277 crew members at the time of the crash on Saturday. It was seen travelling swiftly toward the bridge near the Brooklyn side of the East River, when it collided with the bridge, causing three of its masts to snap and leaving some sailors dangling from harnesses. New York City Mayor Eric Adams said the Brooklyn Bridge was spared major damage, but at least 19 people on the ship needed medical treatment after the crash. Two of the four people who received critical injuries later died, he announced on Sunday morning. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published:
Time of India
19-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Brooklyn Bridge accident kills two Mexican Navy cadets: América Yamilet Sánchez and Adal Jair Marcos identified
A routine departure turned tragic on Saturday night when the Mexican Navy's tall ship, Cuauhtémoc, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in the deaths of two young cadets and injuring at least 19 others. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The vessel, part of a goodwill tour, lost power and drifted backward into the iconic bridge around 8:20 p.m., snapping all three of its masts and causing chaos onboard. The victims have been identified as , 20, from Xalapa, Veracruz, and , 22, from Salina Cruz, Oaxaca. Both were on the ship's rigging when the collision occurred. Sánchez, an accomplished swimmer and top student at the Heroica Escuela Naval Militar, had recently posted a photo in front of the ship just hours before the incident. Marcos, affectionately known as "Tyson" among his peers, was known for his extensive travels and dedication to the Navy. 'I deeply regret the passing of Veracruz cadet América Yamilet Sánchez,'' Veracruz Gov. Rocío Nahle García wrote on X. 'My love, support, and solidarity go out to her family. According to the Mexican outlet El Universal, Marcos had been aboard the ship for the past nine months and had travelled from Hawaii and Tokyo to New Zealand and Australia. 'Two months ago you gave me a shirt from the barque team you loved the most, and now you're no longer with us,' one of his grieving friend wrote online. 'God bless you up there, and I hope I see you again and share lockers with you again.' The Cuauhtémoc, a 297-foot training vessel, was departing from Pier 17 as part of its 170-day journey commemorating the 200th anniversary of Mexico's naval independence. The ship was on a commemorative training voyage celebrating the 'Bicentennial of the Consolidation of the Independence of the Seas' — marking 200 years since the Mexican Navy expelled the last Spanish forces from the country. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It had set sail from the Mexican island of Cozumel, off the Yucatán Peninsula, on May 4, embarking on a 170-day journey scheduled to visit 22 ports across 15 countries. Preliminary reports suggest that a mechanical failure caused the ship to lose power, leading it to drift backward into the bridge. Investigations by the U.S. Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board are ongoing. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and New York officials have expressed condolences and support for the victims' families. The Mexican Navy has pledged to repatriate the cadets' bodies and support their families during this tragedy. The Cuauhtémoc remains docked near its point of departure as authorities assess the damage and continue their investigations.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Mexican Navy tall ship that struck Brooklyn Bridge was on annual transcontinental journey to finish cadet training
The Mexican Navy tall ship that struck the Brooklyn Bridge late Saturday night has set sail annually for the last four decades as the culmination of its cadets' training in a transcontinental journey. The Cuauhtémoc first set sail in July 1982 across the Atlantic from Spain to Mexico. It was part of a quartet of sister ships designed in Spain to be used by different Ibero-American navies, according to the Maritimes Museum. The other three were sent to Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador. The majestic vessel remains docked in Acapulco year-round until the cadets conclude their studies at the Heroica Escuela Naval Militar, the Mexican Navy's sole training academy. It then sets sail for a tour typically lasting over half a year — this year's round was set for 254 days, including 170 sailing and 84 docked at ports ranging from San Francisco to Australia. The Cuauhtémoc soared into lower Manhattan Tuesday as just the third stop in the vessel's eight-month voyage around the globe. 'Every port we call at and every activity we undertake will be an opportunity to showcase the greatness of our country, its values, and its culture. Be aware that we will be ambassadors for Mexico with every wave we ride,' Captain Víctor Hugo Molina Pérez told SeaWaves Magazine. Since first embarking 43 years ago, the Cuauhtémoc has collected various awards and shattered nautical records. In 2006, it undertook a circumnavigation that spanned a staggering 32,502 nautical miles–the longest training voyage ever recorded, according to the Maritime Museum. The ship's current training cruise, dubbed the 'Consolidation of the Independence of Mexico 2025,' marked the celebration of the Mexican Navy's expulsion of the final Spanish stronghold from Mexican territory 200 years ago, according to Mexican Aerospace and Defense. The ship is named after Cuauhtémoc, the final emperor of the Aztec Empire during Spanish conquest in the 16th century. He was executed by a Spanish conquistador in 1525 after being captured and tortured for information about supposed treasure, and his death fell in line with the rapid fall of his empire.
New York Post
18-05-2025
- General
- New York Post
Mexican Navy tall ship that struck Brooklyn Bridge was on annual transcontinental journey to finish cadet training
The Mexican Navy tall ship that struck the Brooklyn Bridge late Saturday night has set sail annually for the last four decades as the culmination of its cadets' training in a transcontinental journey. The Cuauhtémoc first set sail in July 1982 across the Atlantic from Spain to Mexico. It was part of a quartet of sister ships designed in Spain to be used by different Ibero-American navies, according to the Maritimes Museum. Advertisement 6 The Mexican Navy tall ship Cuauhtémoc sits damaged in the water after crashing into the Brooklyn Bridge on May 17, 2025. James Keivom 6 Cadets on the deck of the ARM Cuauhtémoc during its voyage from Staten Island to Pier 17 in New York City on May 13, 2025. James Keivom The other three were sent to Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador. Advertisement The majestic vessel remains docked in Acapulco year-round until the cadets conclude their studies at the Heroica Escuela Naval Militar, the Mexican Navy's sole training academy. It then sets sail for a tour typically lasting over half a year — this year's round was set for 254 days, including 170 sailing and 84 docked at ports ranging from San Francisco to Australia. 'Every port we call at and every activity we undertake will be an opportunity to showcase the greatness of our country, its values, and its culture. Be aware that we will be ambassadors for Mexico with every wave we ride,' Captain Víctor Hugo Molina Pérez told SeaWaves Magazine. 6 An injured crew member is placed in the back of an ambulance after being rescued from the damaged vessel on May 17, 2025. James Keivom Advertisement 6 Crew members hand onto to the damaged masts of the training ship after the vessel struck the Brooklyn Bridge. PORTER BINKS/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock Since first embarking 43 years ago, the Cuauhtémoc has collected various awards and shattered nautical records. In 2006, it undertook a circumnavigation that spanned a staggering 32,502 nautical miles–the longest training voyage ever recorded, according to the Maritime Museum. The ship's current training cruise, dubbed the 'Consolidation of the Independence of Mexico 2025,' marked the celebration of the Mexican Navy's expulsion of the final Spanish stronghold from Mexican territory 200 years ago, according to Mexican Aerospace and Defense. Advertisement 6 Emergency boats rush to the sides of the training ship to rescue crew member aboard the vessel underneath the Brooklyn Bridge. REUTERS 6 The training ship is docked at Pier 17 days before the deadly crash. James Keivom The ship is named after Cuauhtémoc, the final emperor of the Aztec Empire during Spanish conquest in the 16th century. He was executed by a Spanish conquistador in 1525 after being captured and tortured for information about supposed treasure, and his death fell in line with the rapid fall of his empire.
