Pakistan, May 18 -- NEW YORK - A tragic accident unfolded Saturday when a Mexican Navy training vessel collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, killing two people and injuring 17 others. The ship, named ARM Cuauhtemoc, was passing under the bridge when its tall masts struck the structure, causing a violent impact that sent parts of the rigging collapsing onto the deck.

According to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and treated a total of 19 injured individuals, including four with serious injuries. Despite the intensity of the crash, Adams confirmed the Brooklyn Bridge did not suffer major structural damage, thanks in part to its robust construction and the swift response of emergency teams.

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