Stranded Sailors: Visa Woes Amid FBI Probe After Fatal Bridge Crash
May 16, 2024The container ship Dali, after being stuck for seven weeks, has been freed from the Baltimore bridge collapse debris, which tragically killed six workers.
The 21 Indian sailors on board are trapped due to visa issues and ongoing investigations, with their work visas close to expiring.
The FBI confiscated the crew's mobile phones, exacerbating their emotional and financial distress by cutting off communication with their families.
A power outage on the Dali is cited as the cause of the crash, leaving the crew anxious about potential criminal charges.
Authorities are proceeding with controlled explosions to clear the bridge debris from the ship, which is set to return to shore.
Maritime unions have sought temporary shore leave for the crew, but approval has not been obtained, leaving the sailors in limbo.
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AP News • May 15, 2024
Ship that struck Baltimore bridge had 4 blackouts before disaster. Here's what we knowHuffPost • May 16, 2024
Dali Crew Still Stuck On Container Ship After Baltimore Bridge CollapseThe Independent • May 15, 2024
Dali’s 21-person crew remains stuck on board 7 weeks after Baltimore bridge collapse as FBI take phones