The recent Baltimore bridge collapse has left a construction company reeling as they mourn the loss of six of their workers, who are presumed dead. The tragedy has shed light on the plight of low-income migrant workers who were supporting their families back in their home countries.
Jesus Campos, an employee at Brawner Builders, where the missing men worked, spoke about the difficult situation faced by many of his co-workers. He emphasized that their relatives were depending on their support from abroad.
The senior executive at Brawner, Jeffrey Pritzker, described the missing workers as “wonderful family people” and expressed deep sorrow for their loved ones left behind. The company, which regularly performs maintenance on state-operated bridges, was conducting repairs on the bridge when it was struck by a ship.
The missing workers hailed from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of the labor force. Nonprofit organizations and foreign affairs ministries have confirmed the nationalities of some of the missing workers and are working to support their families during this difficult time.
While two individuals were rescued from the water following the collapse, the search for the missing workers continues. State officials have indicated that the construction crew was working on repairing potholes when the tragic incident occurred.
Brawner Builders, a company with a long history of infrastructure work, is now grappling with the aftermath of the bridge collapse. The community has come together to support the families of the missing workers and honor their memory during this challenging time.
