Divers recovered the body of Miguel Angel Luna Gonzalez, 49, from the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, following a ship collision on March 26, 2024. Five out of six victims have been recovered, with one still missing. Authorities, including the FBI, are conducting investigations into the cause of the incident. The construction workers involved were immigrants from Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico, and Guatemala. Legal actions are being pursued for accountability by the victims' families and the city of Baltimore.
A fourth body was recovered from the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore after a container ship struck one of the bridge's support piers, causing it to fall into the Patapsco River. The body was found in what salvage teams believed to be one of the missing construction vehicles. This discovery marks the fourth body found at the scene, with two other victims still missing and presumed dead. State officials met with the grieving relatives of the deceased victim.
The bodies of Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes from Mexico and Dorlian Ronial Castillo Cabrera from Guatemala have been recovered from a red pick-up truck in the Patapsco River after the Frances Scott Key Bridge collapsed. Four people are still missing and presumed dead, with recovery efforts suspended due to dangerous conditions. The victims, part of a crew filling potholes on the bridge, included workers from Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala. Sonar vehicles indicate the remaining vehicles are likely encased in concrete from the collapsed structures.
Authorities in southern Mexico discovered the bodies of eight migrants, believed to be from Asia, following a boat accident near Playa Vicente. One Asian man was found alive. The incident occurred about 250 miles east of Mexico's border with Guatemala, with investigations ongoing to determine the cause of the accident. The area is a common route for migrants heading to the U.S., with some opting for sea travel to avoid checkpoints in Mexico.
Salvage crews in Baltimore are focusing on clearing 3,000 to 4,000 tons of debris from the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge, which fell onto the cargo ship Dali. Six lives were lost in the collapse, with two individuals still missing. Maryland Governor Wes Moore emphasizes the urgent need to rebuild the bridge to restore vital transportation links. President Joe Biden has called on Congress for full funding for cleanup and reconstruction. Salvage efforts aim to reopen the port's main channel by the end of the month, providing financial aid to displaced workers.
A Carnival Cruise ship, the Paradise, rescued 27 Cuban migrants who were stranded on a dilapidated wooden boat about 20 miles off the coast of Cuba while en route from Tampa to Roatan, Honduras. The migrants were fed, medically checked, and taken aboard the ship, with notification sent to the US Coast Guard and Roatan officials. The ship's itinerary was not affected, and it continued its journey as scheduled. This was not the first rescue operation for the Carnival Paradise, as similar incidents were reported in the past.
New sonar images released by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers show the sunken remains of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, with plans to remove the bridge wreckage by the end of April to create a Limited Access Channel for larger ships. Salvage crews are working to remove containers from the stricken M/V Dali cargo ship that caused the collapse. President Joe Biden visited the site and pledged federal funding for building a new bridge. The bodies of the three missing construction workers have been recovered, with six fatalities in total.
The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, caused by a cargo ship crashing into one of its supports, led to a criminal investigation by the FBI. Six workers died in the incident. Salvage crews are working to clear the wreckage and the bridge remains on top of the cargo ship. President Joe Biden visited the area, promising support to Maryland. The National Transportation Safety Board interviewed the cargo ship personnel. The goal is to open a limited-access channel by the end of April for container ships.
The city of Baltimore accuses owners and managers of the container ship Dali of negligence for the collapse, seeking full liability for the tragedy that claimed six lives. Court filings reveal claims of unseaworthiness at departure, leading to the fatal collision with the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The firms, Grace Ocean and Synergy Marine, face allegations of negligence and recklessness, with damages estimated at over $90 million. Investigations by the NTSB and FBI are ongoing, looking into crew actions and the ship's electrical system. President Biden has pledged $60 million for bridge reconstruction.
The first cargo ship, Balsa 94, passed through a new 35-foot deep-water channel in Baltimore on Thursday, headed for St. John, Canada, after being stuck due to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Salvage crews have cleared debris to open the temporary channel for commercial vessels. The bridge collapse halted maritime traffic through Baltimore's port, impacting the economy and disrupting the trucking route. Investigations by the FBI and NTSB are ongoing to determine the cause. Authorities are seeking full liability for the collapse's economic repercussions.
On March 26, 2024, at 01:28 EDT (05:28 UTC), part of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, United States, collapsed after the container ship Dali struck one of its support pillars.Baltimore City Fire Department stated that at least seven vehicles fell into the water. Two people were recovered from the river; one was not injured while the other was transported to hospital in critical condition, and at least seven people are believed missing.
US NORTHCOM Commander Gen Gregory M Guillot testified at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing about an "alarming" number of drone incursions at the southern border. Volunteer searchers discovered a clandestine crematorium on the outskirts of Mexico City for the first time in recent memory. Drug cartels in northern Mexico commonly use drums to burn or dissolve bodies, but this practice had not been prominent in Mexico City. Mexico City prosecutors are investigating the find of bones and ID cards at the site, which could be a political embarrassment for the ruling party.
The container ship Dali remains stuck under the fallen Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore after colliding with it, causing the bridge to collapse into the Patapsco River. The crew of 21 individuals, mainly from India and Sri Lanka, are still onboard, engaged in normal ship duties and assisting investigators while awaiting permission to disembark. The crew, covered by an ITF contract, faces uncertainty about when they can leave Baltimore, with concerns about supplies and mental well-being as the investigation continues.
A bulk carrier named Balsa 94, under a Panama flag, passed through a new 35-foot channel in Baltimore towards Saint John, Canada, followed by two more commercial ships, marking a significant step in the recovery effort post the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Crews have been clearing steel and concrete debris from the harbor entrance for weeks, enabling five stranded vessels to depart and other ships to enter. The Port of Baltimore, a major hub for cars and farm equipment, aims to resume normal operations to alleviate economic impacts on workers and businesses affected by the closure.
The City of Baltimore is demanding a jury trial, arguing that the owners of the Dali cargo ship, Grace Ocean Private Ltd and Synergy Marine Pte Ltd, were grossly negligent for putting an unseaworthy vessel into the water. The vessel collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, resulting in six deaths, and the city claims the companies must be held fully liable for the incident. Investigations by the Coast Guard and the NTSB are ongoing to determine the cause of the collision.
Following the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge due to the massive container ship Dali, owned by Singapore-based Grace Ocean Private Ltd, cargo owners are being required to contribute to the salvage costs through a general average declaration in maritime law. The owners are working to remove containers from the stuck ship and clear debris from the Port of Baltimore's main channel. This incident marks one of the most expensive maritime disasters in history, with legal challenges from families of the victims and cargo owners like Mediterranean Shipping Company.
Edmond Bradley Solomon III, a 66-year-old South Carolina resident recently diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, vanished in Cozumel, Mexico, during a Royal Caribbean cruise. Solomon disappeared after leaving the ship and was last seen on Isla de la Pasion road. Despite search efforts, he remains missing. Solomon's daughter, Savanah Miller, described his condition and memory issues due to his dementia. A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $16,000 to support the family's search efforts. Solomon and his wife were both nurses and boarded the cruise in Miami, making stops in Mexico and Honduras before the disappearance.
Guatemalan migrant Virgilio Aguilar Mendez, accused of killing Florida cop Sgt. Michael Kunovich, has been freed after spending 10 months in custody. The charges were dismissed by the 7th District State Attorney's Office due to Aguilar Mendez being deemed incompetent to stand trial, partly because of the language barrier. The incident occurred during a struggle where Kunovich suffered a fatal heart attack. Aguilar Mendez, who does not speak English, was approached by officers over suspicious behavior and a scuffle ensued, leading to his arrest.
A passenger aboard a Carnival Cruise Line ship that picked up over two dozen Cuban migrants from a makeshift wooden craft revealed they were taken off board by armed Mexican authorities. The group of 27 migrants were rescued from the tiny dinghy on Sunday afternoon around 20 miles off the coast of Cuba , before passenger Frank White told DailyMail.com they spent two days aboard the cruise. Following the 48-hour stay on the 70,000-ton, 2,000 guest vessel, pictures provided by White showed the migrants being shuttled away from the ship by heavily armed Mexican police. He added that the cruise initially stopped in Roatan, Honduras on Monday, but Honduran authorities denied taking the migrants and they were forced to remain on the ship.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore urges bipartisan support from the U.S. Congress to aid in the cleanup, rebuilding, and recovery efforts following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The collapse has impacted the Port of Baltimore, a crucial hub for car and farm equipment transportation, affecting workers and businesses not just in Maryland but across the nation.
After a 2-year-old toddler was shot and killed in Maryland during a crossfire incident, an illegal migrant from El Salvador, Nilson Trejo-Granados, was arrested and charged with first and second-degree murder. In a separate case, another illegal migrant from Venezuela, Renzo Mendoza Montes, was arrested in Virginia for the alleged sexual assault of a child. Additionally, a 26-year-old illegal immigrant from Venezuela, Jose Antonio Ibarra, was arrested for the murder of a 22-year-old nursing student in Georgia.
Darion Thomas, 26, is charged with murdering Karen Mariela Cardona, 32, after stealing her car in Texas. Thomas claimed he needed a ride to work, reaching a ludicrous speed of '260mph' in a Honda Accord which tops out at 120mph. The stolen car crashed, killing Cardona who was relaxing in the backseat. Thomas suffered broken legs and asked for a gun to kill himself. Witnesses described the horrific crash scene and the tragic loss of Cardona, a mother-of-two supporting her daughters in Honduras.
Three illegal immigrants from Guatemala, Marcos Felipe Ramirez, Darniel Ordonez Jimenez, and Andres Felipe Morales, were charged with kidnapping and sexually assaulting a woman in their pick-up truck near a park in Lake Worth, Florida. The arrests prompted Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw to criticize the federal government under the Biden administration for endangering the American people. The suspects were apprehended for charges including sexual battery, false imprisonment, conspiracy to commit sexual battery, and conspiracy to commit false imprisonment.
Guatemalan prosecutors raided the offices of the charity Save the Children following a complaint alleging the violation of migrant children's rights. The complaint raised concerns of child abuse, prompting a search for supporting documents. Save the Children, operating in Guatemala since 1976, denies the allegations and emphasizes their commitment to providing humanitarian assistance with strict safety standards. The raid comes amidst high migration to the US, with Guatemala as a migration source and transit route. Prosecutors' actions have been linked to undermining democracy and anti-corruption efforts, leading to sanctions from over 40 countries.
Robert Walker-McDaid, a British gamer, was involved in a "swatting" incident where he made a hoax call leading to armed units shooting Tyran Dobbs, inflicting life-changing injuries. Zachary Lee from Maryland had asked Walker-McDaid to have someone swatted, resulting in the violent incident. The SWAT team, believing the threat was real, shot Mr Dobbs with plastic bullets, requiring reconstructive facial surgery. The incident was traced back to Walker-McDaid's Coventry home after a joint investigation by the police, FBI, and Interpol.
Following a migrant riot in El Paso, the Texas National Guard reinforced the border with more troops and razor wire. Junior Evaristo-Benitez from Honduras was arrested for assaulting a service member. Texas Governor Greg Abbott praised the reinforcement of border barriers. The $10 billion spent on the border security plan has led to a sharp decline in migrant crossings in Texas. The Supreme Court did not rule the wire fencing unlawful. Abbott's actions have impacted border crossings, but cartels still influence migrant routes. Some migrants have been turned back by National Guard troops while attempting to cross illegally.
Members of Congress from Maryland introduced the Baltimore BRIDGE Relief Act to have the federal government cover 100% of the cost for replacing the Francis Scott Key Bridge that collapsed last month. The bill aims to reopen the Port of Baltimore shipping channel with a new bridge for modern-day commerce and travel needs. President Biden supports the federal government covering the entire cost of reconstruction, with $60 million in emergency relief funding already released. The total cost of the rebuilding effort remains uncertain, prompting concerns among lawmakers about approving additional federal funds upfront.
A third temporary channel has opened at the Port of Baltimore following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge after it was struck by a cargo ship. Salvage crews are working to clear thousands of tons of debris from the cargo ship Dali to reopen the main channel and resume commercial activity. Efforts to rebuild the bridge and restore maritime traffic are underway with support from federal funding discussions and employment assistance programs for affected workers.
Msgr. Salvador Rangel, a retired Roman Catholic bishop known for mediating between drug cartels in Mexico, was kidnapped but later found and taken to a hospital. The Mexican Council of Bishops called for his release, stating he was in ill health and needed his medications. Rangel previously sought to convince gang leaders to end violence in the violent diocese of Chilpancingo-Chilapa, Guerrero. The church's involvement in peace talks with drug cartel leaders underscores the dangerous environment prelates face in cartel-dominated areas of Mexico.
In the Guatemalan highlands, youths like Glendy Aracely Ramirez undertake risky journeys to the United States due to lack of opportunities and hope for a better future, despite the dangers faced along the way. The record-high numbers of migrants crossing the US-Mexico border, with a large portion being unaccompanied minors from Guatemala's Indigenous Western Highlands, reflect the dire economic conditions and lack of prospects in their home communities where daily wages are low and opportunities are scarce.
A massive hydraulic grab arrived in Baltimore to aid in debris removal operations at the Francis Scott Key Bridge site after a cargo ship collapse. The grab, attached to the Chesapeake 1000 crane, weighs 165 metric tons empty and can lift up to 1,000 metric tons. A 35-foot alternate channel will open to larger vessels, with a controlled depth of 35 feet. The channel is expected to open on Thursday for vital salvage operations and will require Maryland pilots for deeper-draft vessels. Officials aim to fully clear the main channel by May 10, as the city's port looks to reopen.
Deyvin Morales, 29, was sentenced to 47 years in prison, and Karla Lopez-Gutierrez, 29, was sentenced to over 26 years for the 2022 carjacking and kidnapping of an FBI employee in South Dakota. Juan Alvarez-Sorto, 25, was previously sentenced to 37 years for the same crime. The attackers, involved in drug trafficking, took the victim at gunpoint, leading to a harrowing escape by the victim in Hermosa, South Dakota. Morales and Alvarez-Sorto were arrested in Greeley, while Lopez-Gutierrez was arrested in Loveland, Colorado.
Since the initiation of President Nayib Bukele's 'war on gangs' in El Salvador, at least 241 individuals have died in prisons, with 44% dying from violence and torture, and 29% due to lack of medical care. Over 80,000 people, more than 1% of the country's population, have been arrested amid accusations of mass human rights violations, despite a significant drop in homicide rates. Many detainees were reportedly innocent individuals from various working backgrounds, not affiliated with gangs.
A K-9 named Rivan was stabbed to death by MS-13 gang members at Sussex I State Prison in Virginia while heroically protecting a corrections officer and another inmate during an attack. The inmates involved are from El Salvador and Guatemala, confirmed to be part of the MS-13 gang, facing multiple charges, including first-degree homicide. Officer Kharmishia Phillip Fields, the K-9 handler, sustained no serious injuries. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin vows to hold the MS-13 members accountable for the K-9's death.
Former President of Honduras, Juan Orlando Hernandez, was convicted in New York on charges of conspiring with drug traffickers, aiding cocaine importation into the United States, and using his military and police force for trafficking purposes. He served two terms as Honduras' president and was extradited to the U.S. after being arrested at his home in Tegucigalpa. U.S. prosecutors accused him of collaborating with drug traffickers since 2004, taking bribes, and involvement in drug-related activities despite denying accepting bribes personally.
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