Mexican Navy Training Vessel Hits New York’s Brooklyn Bridge

This frame grab from AFPTV footage shows a Mexican Navy training ship near the Manhattan Bridge after it slammed into the nearby Brooklyn Bridge in New York on May 17, 2025. A Mexican Navy training ship slammed into the Brooklyn Bridge late Saturday, snapping all three of its masts and igniting a rescue operation beneath the iconic New York City landmark. The Cuauhtemoc, a barque built in 1982, was damaged in the “mishap,” the Mexican Navy confirmed on X, adding that the condition of those on board was “under review” by local authorities. (Photo by Cecilia SANCHEZ / AFPTV / AFP) (Photo by CECILIA SANCHEZ/AFPTV/AFP via Getty Images)

NEW YORK (AP) — A Mexican navy sailing ship has hit the Brooklyn Bridge during a promotional tour in New York City, the top of its mast brushing the iconic span as it sailed through the East River. Fire officials say there have been some injuries. The Mexican navy said in a post on the social platform X that Saturday’s incident involved the Cuauhtemoc, an academy training vessel. It said the Cuauhtemoc was damaged and prevented from continuing its voyage. The navy added that the status of personnel and material was under review by naval and local authorities, which were providing assistance.