A 60-foot boat collided with the USS Midway, now a museum ship, in San Diego, United States, on the afternoon of July 18, causing an estimated $100,000 in damages.
According to Port Police, the boat’s captain was arrested on suspicion of operating under the influence of alcohol and fleeing the scene after the crash. The collision occurred around 2:00 p.m., leaving a visible dent on the hull of the decommissioned aircraft carrier, which now serves as a museum and tourist attraction.
The impact drew the attention of pedestrians near the famous “Unconditional Surrender” statue, inspired by the iconic image marking the end of World War II. Witnesses reported a loud noise, prompting several people to call authorities.
Despite attempting to flee, the boat was intercepted near the San Diego-Coronado Bridge. No injuries were reported, and the suspect’s vessel sustained only minor damage.
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Footage of the moment of impact, captured by WarshipCam and shared on social media, quickly went viral. The video shows the boat approaching the USS Midway and sparked sarcastic comments online. The captain’s identity has not been released, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Source: New York Post | Photo: X @SanDiegoWebCam | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
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