The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore has left six people still missing, including Mexican citizens, according to Rafael Laveaga, head of the Consular Section at the Mexican Embassy in Washington. The US Coast Guard has announced it will suspend its search and rescue efforts for the missing individuals.
Laveaga confirmed that among the victims are Mexican citizens, but did not specify how many. He also mentioned that the nationalities of the victims include individuals from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador.
One of the victims has been identified as Miguel Luna, an immigrant from El Salvador, who was a construction worker on the bridge at the time of the collapse. Luna, a husband and father of three who had lived in Maryland for over 19 years, is remembered by his former employer, the nonprofit organization CASA, with deep sadness.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Guatemala has identified two other victims, one from San Luis, Petén and the other from Camotán, Chiquimula. However, Laveaga mentioned that it is still early to determine the nationalities of all the victims and that the priority is to work closely with authorities to provide support to the affected families.
CASA CEO Gustavo Torres expressed sorrow for the tragic event and stated that their organization is providing humanitarian support to the families of the victims. The community organization is working with local leaders in Baltimore to assist families in this time of crisis.
As the investigation into the bridge collapse continues, the focus remains on providing support to the affected families and ensuring that all necessary services are provided to those in need.