A dream holiday in the sun-drenched Portuguese capital turned into an unimaginable nightmare for a British tourist after his wife fell to her death from a moving funicular in a tragic accident.
The harrowing incident unfolded on one of Lisbon's iconic yellow cable cars, a popular attraction offering stunning views of the city's historic streets. Witnesses watched in horror as the woman, whose identity has not been released, fell from the moving vehicle.
In a moment of sheer terror, a fellow passenger was forced to deliver the devastating news to the woman's husband, who was also on board. The witness reportedly told the man, "Your wife is dead," after she tragically plummeted from the carriage.
Emergency services rushed to the scene on Rua de São Pedro de Alcântara, but despite their best efforts, they were unable to save her. Local reports confirm the woman died instantly from the fall.
The tragic event has sent shockwaves through the popular tourist district of Bairro Alto. Lisbon's Judicial Police have opened an investigation to determine the exact circumstances that led to this fatal fall.
This incident raises serious questions about safety protocols on the city's historic transport systems, which carry thousands of tourists every year. The funiculars, while a beloved feature of Lisbon's charm, feature open doors and minimal barriers, a design that now faces intense scrutiny.
The British Foreign Office has confirmed it is providing support to the family of the deceased and is in contact with local authorities regarding the investigation.
