Photo: The Independent

This morning around 8:45 local time, a Seastreak catamaran ferry carrying approximately 300 commuters slammed into a loading barge at Pier 11 in New York City’s East River, in Lower Manhattan, injuring at least 50 passengers. At least one was reported to be in critical condition.  The 140 feet long and 30 feet wide ferry was operating on scheduled service from Atlantic Highlands and Conners Highlands in New Jersey to Lower Manhattan. Emergency workers are now reporting that at least 57 have been injured.

Dozens Injured in Ferry Accident in Lower Manhattan

Sea Streak Passenger Ferry Crash On Pier 11 Lower Manhattan New York

Thanks to Phil Leon and Alaric Bond for passing along the news.