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DOJ announces criminal charges in Francis Scott Key Bridge vessel crash investigation

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The Department of Justice announced criminal charges against two corporate entities and a shoreside superintendent linked to the vessel crash that damaged the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland. The announcement also referenced unrelated charges including a trafficking case and a complaint against the State of Minnesota, indicating multiple ongoing federal investigations.

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DOJ Makes Significant Announcement Regarding Investigation of Francis Scott Key Bridge Incident

Media Coverage · May 12, 2026

The Department of Justice announced criminal charges against two companies and a shoreside superintendent for their roles in the vessel crash that damaged the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland. This development signals the DOJ's commitment to holding parties accountable for infrastructure-related incidents. The announcement also coincided with other DOJ actions, including a custody order for a trafficking suspect

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  • Vessel crash and infrastructure damage
  • Corporate criminal liability
  • Federal criminal charges
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DOJ Makes Significant Announcement Regarding Investigation of Francis Scott Key Bridge Incident

Media Coverage · May 12, 2026

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The Department of Justice announced criminal charges against two companies and a shoreside superintendent for their roles in the vessel crash that damaged the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland. This development signals the DOJ's commitme
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Related Content Press Release Two corporate entities and a shoreside superintendent face criminal charges in connection with the vessel crash that knocked down the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland. Press Release A federal magistrate judge in Phoenix ordered Albert Bazaar held in custody following his arrest on charges relating to trafficking turtles. The court unsealed an indictment from San Francisco charging... Press Release The Justice Department filed a complaint against the State of Min

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Media Coverage May 12, 2026

DOJ Makes Significant Announcement Regarding Investigation of Francis Scott Key Bridge Incident

The Department of Justice announced criminal charges against two companies and a shoreside superintendent for their roles in the vessel crash that damaged the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland. This development signals the DOJ's commitment to holding parties accountable for infrastructure-related incidents. The announcement also coincided with other DOJ actions, including a custody order for a trafficking suspect and a federal complaint against Minnesota over greenhouse gas regulations.

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