A 60-foot private vessel collided with the USS Midway in San Diego on Friday afternoon, leading to the arrest of its captain for allegedly boating under the influence and fleeing the scene, according to a Harbor Police spokesperson. Authorities say the vessel struck the hull of the USS Midway, leaving a visible dent on the side of the historic decommissioned aircraft carrier, which now serves as a naval museum and popular tourist attraction. The impact drew the attention of bystanders near the iconic "Unconditional Surrender" statue, a sculpture inspired by the famous World War II image of a sailor kissing a nurse at the end of World War II.
Author: Stepheny Price
Published at: 2025-07-22 20:57:20
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