Justice Department Sues Vessel Owner Over Key Bridge Collapse, Seeks $100 Million in Damages
Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Justice Department has initiated legal actions against the corporate entities responsible for a shipping mishap that led to the catastrophic collapse of Baltimore’s iconic Key Bridge. The legal filings target Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Private Limited, the Singapore-based companies that owned and operated the Dali. Authorities say the vessel’s malfunctioning led to severe structural failures, resulting in massive disruptions and significant economic fallout. On Wednesday, federal officials announced their intentions to recover upwards of $100 million in damages to offset the costs incurred by emergency response efforts … Read more