FBI opens criminal probe into Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore.

 The FBI has opened a criminal investigation into the cargo ship that slammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge and caused it to collapse in Baltimore last month, according to two senior law enforcement officials familiar with the investigation. 



The news was first reported by The Washington Post on Monday morning. 

Federal agents conducted a search aboard the 985-foot Dali early Monday, armed with search warrants.

The Baltimore FBI confirmed the presence of agents on Monday, stating they were engaged in "court authorized law enforcement activity."

The investigation focuses on events preceding the ship's departure from the port, with a particular emphasis on determining whether the crew had prior knowledge of potential mechanical issues that could compromise the vessel's safety in the harbor.

FBI agents are gathering physical evidence and data from inside the ship pertaining to the moments leading up to, during, and after the impact.

Meanwhile, Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced on Monday that the city is pursuing "legal steps" regarding the bridge collapse. Law firms have been hired to initiate legal action against those deemed responsible and to address the immediate and long-term repercussions affecting Baltimore City residents.

“The City of Baltimore will take decisive action to hold responsible all entities accountable for the Key Bridge tragedy, including the owner, charterer, manager/operator, and the manufacturer of the M/V Dali, as well as any other potentially liable third parties,” the mayor said in a statement.

FBI opens criminal probe into Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore (msn.com)

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