A container ship crashed into a man’s yard after a crewman fell asleep, the police said

The ship barely missed his house on the shore in central Norway.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 25, 2025 Johan Helberg's neighbor rang his doorbell at 5:45 a.m. "Haven't you seen the ship?" the neighbor asked. A giant cargo ship had crashed into his yard — just barely missing his house. Jan Langhaug/NTB, via Agence France-Presse — Getty Images "It's completely surreal." → Sign up for the Evening newsletter. Catch up on the biggest news, and wind down to end your day. Get it in your inbox If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018