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Brooklyn building collapse: Flatbush residents demand answers
ABC7 New York • • general
Key Points:
- A building collapse on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn killed eight people, including two children and two construction workers, and injured firefighters and civilians; the search for victims ended after nearly 24 hours.
- Investigators are reviewing construction permits, building records, and stop-work orders, with concerns that developers sought a permit for a nine-story building but were only approved for three stories.
- Questions have arisen about ignored structural cracks and possible disregard of stop-work orders prior to the collapse, prompting a broader investigation ordered by Mayor Zohran Mamdani into multiple companies and construction sites.
- Community leaders and residents held an emotional news conference mourning the victims and demanding accountability, while residents shared personal stories highlighting the tragedy's impact.
- Rescue and recovery efforts have shifted to debris removal and investigation, as officials continue to seek answers and provide support to affected families and the community.
