Pamela Cruz. Peninsula 360 Press [P360P].
The President of the United States, Joseph Biden, regretted the loss of lives due to the collapse of an overpass of the Sistema de Transporte Colectivo (Metro), which occurred in the east of Mexico City on May 3.
"The United States joins the people of Mexico in mourning the loss of life due to the collapse of a railroad overpass in Mexico City," the president said in a statement issued by the White House.
Biden also expressed his deepest condolences to all those who lost a loved one in the terrible event that has shocked all of Mexico.
"We send our deepest condolences to all those who lost a loved one and offer our best wishes for the recovery of all those who were injured," he detailed.
Finally, the U.S. president offered assistance for the reconstruction of what was affected during the terrible event.
"As neighbors and partners, our nations are closely linked, and the United States stands ready to assist Mexico as it rebuilds from this tragedy," he concluded.
It should be noted that the collapse of the elevated track of Metro Line 12 left 25 people dead and more than 80 injured. Authorities of the country's capital announced that a thorough investigation will be carried out to determine the causes of the accident and to determine responsibilities.
