A fatal maritime accident unfolded Friday night when the Mexican Navy’s tall ship Cuauhtémoc lost power and crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in two deaths, two critical injuries, and a total of 19 people hurt.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams addressed the incident in a public statement, offering condolences and praising the swift actions of emergency responders.

“Earlier tonight, the Mexican Navy tall ship Cuauhtémoc lost power and crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge,” Mayor Adams announced.

“At this time, of the 277 on board, 19 sustained injuries, 2 of which remain in critical condition, and 2 more have sadly passed away from their injuries.”

He added, “We are praying for everyone on board and their families and are grateful to our first responders who quickly jumped into action, ensuring this accident wasn’t much worse.”

The crash occurred while the vessel, which serves as a goodwill ambassador for Mexico, was sailing near the East River. Known for its majestic presence, the Cuauhtémoc has docked in major ports across the globe, but Friday’s visit to New York turned tragic.

Mayor Adams reassured New Yorkers about the integrity of the city’s iconic infrastructure. “Following our preliminary inspection, we can confirm that the bridge sustained no damage and is now open to the public,” he confirmed.

City and federal authorities are now investigating the technical malfunction that led to the ship losing power. The accident has cast a somber tone over what was meant to be a celebratory visit by one of Mexico’s most storied vessels.