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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Richard Gilzene

Four ‘worst-case scenarios’ led Mexican ship to hit Brooklyn Bridge, expert reveals

A marine expert has revealed the four “worst-case scenarios” which caused a Mexican naval ship to crash into Brooklyn Bridge, killing two people and injuring and 19.

Sal Mercogliano, a former merchant mariner, said the ship’s height, a powerful current, strong winds and the lack of a more controlled tugboat escort all resulted in the crash on Saturday (17 May).

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