The body of Maynor Yasir Suazo-Sandoval, a construction worker who was killed in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, was finally recovered after 11 days. The collapse took the lives of six workers who were repairing potholes on the bridge. The recovery of Suazo-Sandoval’s body brought some relief to his family, as they had been anxiously waiting for closure. However, there are still three other bodies that have not been found.
Suazo-Sandoval was known for his generosity and dedication to his family. He sent money back to Honduras to help his sick relatives, buy birthday cakes for celebrations, and soccer uniforms for children in his town. His family expressed gratitude that his body was finally recovered, as that was their primary goal. The Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles announced a major donation to support the families, port workers, first responders, and small businesses affected by the tragedy.
The construction workers were in their cars on a break when the bridge collapsed, with one of them falling into the Patapsco River due to a container ship losing power and hitting a support beam. Recovery efforts have been ongoing to find the bodies of the remaining victims trapped in the wreckage. The US Army Corps of Engineers described the mission as difficult and challenging due to the condition of the water and the debris.
Divers are using sonar mapping to navigate the collapsed bridge in order to retrieve the bodies of the victims and salvage any remaining parts of the iconic structure. The owners of the ship involved in the incident have filed a court petition to limit their legal liability under US maritime law. The recovery and investigation process is ongoing, with a federal court in Maryland set to determine responsibility and any financial obligations.
Colonel Roland L. Butler, Jr., Superintendent of the Maryland Department of State Police, emphasized the commitment of law enforcement agencies and public safety partners to continue the search for the remaining victims. Authorities are working diligently to provide closure to the families who are still waiting for news about their loved ones. The recovery of Suazo-Sandoval’s body and the support from organizations like the Baltimore Ravens and Orioles serve as a reminder of the community’s efforts to come together during this difficult time.
