Divers searching the wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland have recovered a fifth body, identified as Miguel Angel Luna Gonzalez. The recovery was made after salvage teams located a missing construction vehicle in the Patapsco River and notified the Maryland Department of State Police. The Superintendent of the Maryland Department of State Police, Colonel Roland L. Butler, Jr., expressed condolences to the families of the victims and emphasized the ongoing dedication to recovery operations in the face of this tragedy.
The discovery of the fifth body comes weeks after the Sri Lanka-bound Dali container ship struck the Key Bridge, causing it to collapse on March 26, resulting in the deaths of six workers. The Unified Command overseeing the recovery efforts reported that multiple agencies, including the Maryland State Police Department’s underwater recovery team and the FBI, assisted in locating and lifting the victim from the water. This marks the fourth body recovered from the wreckage, with one more victim still unaccounted for.
Following the tragic events of the bridge collapse, efforts have been made to support the families of the victims as they mourn and cope with their losses. Despite the challenges posed by rough weather, a second temporary channel has been opened to aid in the removal of debris from the site. The recovery operation continues as authorities work to locate and retrieve the remaining victims, ensuring closure and resolution for their loved ones.
On the night of the bridge collapse, two workers were rescued from the water, while six others were not accounted for and presumed dead. Subsequent recovery efforts have led to the retrieval of four bodies so far, with each individual being mourned as a beloved friend or family member. The Maryland Department of State Police, along with other local, state, and federal partners, remain committed to the recovery operations and extend their deepest sympathies and support to all the families impacted by this tragic event.
As the investigation and recovery process unfolds, the community of Baltimore and beyond comes together to honor the memories of those lost in the Key Bridge tragedy. The resilience and dedication of the rescue teams, along with the outpouring of support from various agencies and individuals, highlight the unity in the face of adversity. While the search for the final missing victim continues, efforts are focused on providing closure and healing for the families affected, as they navigate the aftermath of this devastating incident.
