Current evidence suggests that Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota was driving at high speeds when he and his brother André Silva tragically lost their lives in a car crash in Spain last week.
Tragic Crash Claims Life of Liverpool Star Diogo Jota
Tragic Crash Claims Life of Liverpool Star Diogo Jota
Investigation reveals speeding likely contributed to fatal accident on Spanish motorway
On the early morning of Thursday, the 28-year-old Liverpool forward and his 25-year-old brother were involved in a catastrophic accident on the A52 motorway in Zamora province. Spanish police have indicated that the Lamborghini they were driving suffered a suspected tyre blowout while overtaking another vehicle, leading to a loss of control and a subsequent fire that consumed the car.
Zamora's local traffic police have shared that analysis of tyre marks found on the road points to Jota as the driver, while also noting signs of excessive speeding, exceeding the legal limit of 120 km/h (75 mph). Although there were initial concerns regarding the condition of the road, authorities confirmed there were no prior incidents at that location, suggesting it was safe for travel.
Reports indicate that the brothers were en route to the port city of Santander, allowing Jota to return to Liverpool for pre-season training, shortly after he had celebrated his wedding to his partner Rute Cardoso. The accident occurred just days after the couple welcomed their third child, making this tragedy even more poignant for family, friends, and fans alike.
As investigations continue, a detailed expert report is being prepared for judicial review, although the intensity of the fire has complicated the process. Tributes have poured in for Jota and his brother, with their funeral held in their hometown of Gondomar, near Porto, over the weekend.
Zamora's local traffic police have shared that analysis of tyre marks found on the road points to Jota as the driver, while also noting signs of excessive speeding, exceeding the legal limit of 120 km/h (75 mph). Although there were initial concerns regarding the condition of the road, authorities confirmed there were no prior incidents at that location, suggesting it was safe for travel.
Reports indicate that the brothers were en route to the port city of Santander, allowing Jota to return to Liverpool for pre-season training, shortly after he had celebrated his wedding to his partner Rute Cardoso. The accident occurred just days after the couple welcomed their third child, making this tragedy even more poignant for family, friends, and fans alike.
As investigations continue, a detailed expert report is being prepared for judicial review, although the intensity of the fire has complicated the process. Tributes have poured in for Jota and his brother, with their funeral held in their hometown of Gondomar, near Porto, over the weekend.
