US Navy Ships Collide in Caribbean, Causing Minor Injuries

The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Truxtun and the Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply collided during a replenishment-at-sea operation.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Two U.S. Navy ships collided in the Caribbean on Wednesday, leaving two personnel with minor injuries. The incident occurred between the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Truxtun and the Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply during a replenishment-at-sea operation. Both ships reported sailing safely, and the collision is currently under investigation.

Why it matters

Collisions at sea between U.S. Navy ships are extremely rare, with the last one occurring in 2025 in the Mediterranean Sea. While no major injuries were reported in this latest incident, such collisions can potentially lead to mass-casualty events and significant damage to the vessels involved.

The details

The collision happened on Wednesday afternoon as the two ships were conducting a replenishment-at-sea operation, where supplies are transferred between the vessels. Two personnel reported minor injuries and are in stable condition. A damage assessment is underway to determine if the ships will proceed with their deployments or return to port.

  • The collision occurred on Wednesday, February 13, 2026.
  • The USS Truxtun had just left its homeport of Norfolk, Virginia, on February 6 to begin its deployment to the Caribbean.

The players

USS Truxtun

An Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer that departed from its homeport of Norfolk, Virginia, on February 6 to begin a deployment to the Caribbean.

USNS Supply

A Supply-class fast combat support ship that was involved in the collision with the USS Truxtun during a replenishment-at-sea operation.

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What they’re saying

“Yesterday afternoon, the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG103) and the Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE-6) collided during a replenishment-at-sea.”

— Col. Emmanuel Ortiz, U.S. Southern Command spokesman (hometownnewsnow.com)

“Two personnel reported minor injuries and are in stable condition.”

— Col. Emmanuel Ortiz, U.S. Southern Command spokesman (hometownnewsnow.com)

What’s next

A damage assessment for the collision is being made that will help determine whether the ships will proceed with their deployments or will return to port.

The takeaway

This collision highlights the risks and challenges of naval operations, even for the highly trained and experienced U.S. Navy. While no major injuries were reported, such incidents can have serious consequences and underscore the need for constant vigilance and safety protocols when ships are operating in close proximity.