Saurban
  • Home
  • News
  • Local
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Reading: Justice Department sues for $100M in Baltimore bridge collapse cleanup costs
Share
SaurbanSaurban
Font ResizerAa
  • Home
  • News
  • Local
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Search
  • Home
  • News
  • Local
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
Saurban © 2024. All Rights Reserved.
Saurban > Blog > Politics > Justice Department sues for $100M in Baltimore bridge collapse cleanup costs
Politics

Justice Department sues for $100M in Baltimore bridge collapse cleanup costs

San Antonio Urban Editorial Team
Last updated: 2024/09/18 at 2:54 PM
San Antonio Urban Editorial Team Published September 18, 2024
Share
Justice Department sues for 0M in Baltimore bridge collapse cleanup costs

The U.S. Justice Department Sues Owner of Cargo Ship in Baltimore Bridge Collapse

BALTIMORE – The U.S. Justice Department on Wednesday sued the owner and manager of the cargo ship that caused
the Baltimore bridge collapse, seeking to recover more than $100 million that the government spent to clear the underwater debris and reopen the city’s port.

The lawsuit filed in Maryland alleges that the electrical and mechanical systems on the ship, the Dali, were
improperly maintained, causing it to lose power and veer off course before striking a support column on the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March.

“This tragedy was entirely avoidable,” according to the lawsuit.

The collapse snarled commercial shipping traffic through the Port of Baltimore for months before the channel
was fully opened in June.

“With this civil claim, the Justice Department is working to ensure that the costs of clearing the channel and reopening the Port of Baltimore are borne by the companies that caused the crash, not by the American taxpayer,” Attorney General Merrick Garland said in written statement.

The case was filed against Dali owner Grace Ocean Private Ltd. and manager Synergy Marine Group, both of Singapore. The companies filed a court petition days after the collapse seeking to
limit their legal liability in what could become the most expensive marine casualty case in history.

The ship was leaving Baltimore bound for Sri Lanka when its steering failed because of the power loss. Six members of a road work crew on the bridge were killed in the collapse. The men were working an overnight shift filling potholes on the bridge deck when it suddenly crumbled beneath them, sending them tumbling into the water.

“This accident happened because of the careless and grossly negligent decisions made by Grace Ocean and Synergy, who recklessly chose to send an unseaworthy vessel to navigate a critical waterway and ignored the risks to American lives and the nation’s infrastructure,” said Chetan Patil, the acting deputy assistant attorney general.

On Tuesday, the victims’ families
declared their intent to file a claim seeking to hold the ship’s owner and manager fully liable for the disaster. Several
other interested parties, including city officials and local businesses, have filed opposing claims accusing the companies of negligence.

The families are also calling for more robust workplace protections, especially for immigrant workers. All the victims were Latino immigrants who came to the United States in search of better-paying jobs and opportunities.

_____

Richer reported from Washington.

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.

You Might Also Like

Mayorkas: FEMA lacks funds for full hurricane season

JD Vance still refuses to acknowledge Trump’s loss in 2020.

Anti-abortion leaders unfazed after Trump says he would veto federal abortion ban for the first time

Biden opposes strike on Iran sites as Israel mulls response to missile attack

Cyber chief: Foreign power can’t alter US election results

Sign Up For Daily Newsletter

Be keep up! Get the latest breaking news delivered straight to your inbox.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
San Antonio Urban Editorial Team September 18, 2024 September 18, 2024
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article San Antonio City opens submissions for 10th MLK Youth Art Contest San Antonio City opens submissions for 10th MLK Youth Art Contest
Next Article McIlroy doubts Poulter’s Ryder Cup captaincy chances McIlroy doubts Poulter’s Ryder Cup captaincy chances
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Follow US

Find US on Socials
Facebook Like
Twitter Follow
Youtube Subscribe
Telegram Follow

Subscribe to our newslettern

Get Newest Articles Instantly!

- Advertisement -
Ad image
Popular News
Seguin business hosting free mental health fair this Saturday
Seguin business hosting free mental health fair this Saturday
Trump to attend Black journalists’ convention in Chicago
Trump to attend Black journalists’ convention in Chicago
Tech Raptor: Pioneering AI Solutions for a Digital Future
Tech Raptor: Pioneering AI Solutions for a Digital Future

Follow Us on Socials

We use social media to react to breaking news, update supporters and share information

Twitter Youtube Telegram Linkedin
Saurban

Discover the stories that make San Antonio unique, with in-depth coverage and timely updates on local news and events..

Subscribe to our newsletter

You can be the first to find out the latest news and tips

  • Home
  • Contact Us
  • About Us
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
Reading: Justice Department sues for $100M in Baltimore bridge collapse cleanup costs
Share
Saurban © 2024. All Rights Reserved.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?