Dad of Two, 38, Vanishes after the Baltimore Bridge Tragedy: His Family Speaks Out

Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse | Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval, and his daughter and wife | Sources: Getty Images | TikTok/@papy1985

A tear-jerking turn of events chronicles the story of a dedicated dad and entrepreneur who is among the missing victims of a catastrophic incident that occurred in Baltimore. Community and family members have spoken out and shared memories amid their search for answers and solace.

Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval posing for a picture posted on March 27, 2024 | Source: Facebook/Jorge Ramírez-Tendencia - Corresponsal TN5 Danlí

Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval posing for a picture posted on March 27, 2024 | Source: Facebook/Jorge Ramírez-Tendencia – Corresponsal TN5 Danlí

In the aftermath of the heart-wrenching Baltimore bridge collapse, the family and friends of a 38-year-old devoted dad of two have come forward to share poignant insights into the life and character of the beloved victim, whose absence has left a profound void. It was in the early hours of a somber Tuesday that tragedy struck at the heart of Baltimore and reverberated across borders, leaving communities in despair and shock.

The catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge—a vital travel passage for 30,000 Marylanders—was not just an infrastructural failure but a profound human tragedy. Among the victims was Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval, who is presumed dead and whose life story epitomizes the relentless pursuit of the American Dream.

The Baltimore bridge collapse posted on March 27, 2024 | Source: Facebook/Jorge Ramírez-Tendencia - Corresponsal TN5 Danlí

The Baltimore bridge collapse posted on March 27, 2024 | Source: Facebook/Jorge Ramírez-Tendencia – Corresponsal TN5 Danlí

Martin Suazo—grappling with the sudden disappearance of his brother—shared the multifaceted life of Maynor with a news outlet. Originally hailing from Santa Bárbara, Honduras, as one of eight siblings, Maynor migrated to the United States, driven by aspirations for a better life, where he had resided for the past 18 years.

Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval posing for a picture posted on November 16, 2022 | Source: Facebook/Maynor Suazo

Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval posing for a picture posted on November 16, 2022 | Source: Facebook/Maynor Suazo

His journey in the US was marked by an unwavering commitment to his family, which includes an 18-year-old son, a 5-year-old daughter, and a wife. He also demonstrated a tireless work ethic.