FBI and DOJ Investigate Cargo Ship Linked to Baltimore Bridge Collapse
Following the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, federal authorities, including the FBI and the Department of Justice, have intensified their investigations into the cargo ship managed by Synergy Marine, the same company that oversaw the vessel responsible for the incident. The FBI has boarded multiple vessels linked to the company, scrutinizing potential negligence in ship maintenance and safety protocols. Lawsuits have been filed by the families of victims against the ship owner, demanding accountability and compensation for the losses incurred. The Justice Department is pursuing a $100 million lawsuit to cover cleanup costs and damages, revealing that loose electrical cables and 'jury-rigged' repairs may have contributed to the bridge's collapse. The saga unfolds as the impacted families seek justice while federal investigations continue.