The FBI has launched a criminal investigation into the Francis Scott Bridge collapse. The Francis Scott Bridge, an important commuter bridge outside Baltimore, Maryland, collapsed weeks ago after being hit by a cargo ship.
Monday, The Washington Post report FBI agents “appear to have boarded” the Dali boat involved in the crash as part of a criminal investigation into the incident. The bureau confirmed to the newspaper that the FBI “conducted court-authorized law enforcement activities on the Dali cargo ship,” but could not provide details about the nature of the investigation. An anonymous source familiar with the investigation told the newspaper that the FBI is investigating “whether the crew left port knowing there were serious systemic issues with the ship.” Gizmodo reached out to the agency for comment and more information.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed on March 26 when the Daly drifted into one of the bridge’s pillars after temporarily losing power after leaving the Port of Baltimore.Video of the incident that resulted in multiple deaths Captured live.
The National Transportation Safety Board investigated the incident before the FBI became involved.CNN reported before The NTSB’s investigation is focusing on modern equipment in the Dali’s engine compartment, although NTSB Chairman Jennifer Homendy said the investigation could “take different paths” as it unfolds.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott has also hired two different law firms to conduct independent investigations into what led to the bridge collapse, The Washington Post reported Monday.
The bridge collapse killed three construction workers and injured two others.The other three construction workers were Currently missing and presumed dead.Some estimate rebuilding the bridge could cost Up to US$800 million.The federal government has provided at least $60 million in emergency funding Initial cleanup and start of bridge reconstruction, although additional funding is required.Companies linked to Dali have previously filed lawsuits in court limit their liability related to this incident.
We have also contacted Synergy Marine and Grace Ocean Private Limited for comment and will update this story if they respond.