Mega-yacht crashes into dock injuring many in NYC

On June 21, 2025, a major incident occurred on the Hudson River in New York City when a mega-yacht carrying approximately 400 passengers collided with a dock around 4:15 p.m. During the docking attempt, the 200-foot party boat named 'Timeless' struck a pylon near Riverside Park, resulting in chaos among the passengers on board. Reports indicate that the Federal Department of New York City (FDNY) received multiple emergency calls about the incident shortly after it occurred. This prompted a rapid response from emergency crews who provided assistance to the injured. Upon impact, numerous passengers were thrown off their feet as the boat jerked violently, causing panic among those celebrating aboard, including individuals attending a 69th birthday party. Witness accounts revealed that at least 35 individuals had sustained non-life-threatening injuries due to the impact, with 22 of them being transported to local hospitals for further medical evaluation. Nine additional people were reported to have received treatment for minor injuries but did not require hospitalization. The Coast Guard, alongside FDNY, later undertook the responsibility of escorting the damaged vessel to a safe docking location at West 125th Street, though it remained unknown how extensive the damage to 'Timeless' was following the crash. Eyewitness accounts highlighted that the sudden collision prompted secure responses from the crew and frantic reactions from guests, leading to an overall sense of upheaval during a celebratory event. The New York City Mayor Eric Adams had yet to address the situation publicly as of the latest updates. The incident raised concerns about the safety protocols in place for docking such large vessels in busy urban areas and opened discussions regarding the regulations overseeing such maritime activities. In the aftermath of this crash, authorities confirmed that they would conduct a thorough investigation to understand the circumstances, the impact assessments on the yacht, and what preventive measures can be put into place for the future.