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Guardia Civil Opens Forensic Probe Into Lamborghini Crash That Killed Diogo Jota and Brother

Liverpool FC has joined Jota’s family in requesting privacy as details of the investigation remain under review

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Overview

  • Guardia Civil reports that a tire blowout during an overtaking maneuver caused the Lamborghini carrying Diogo Jota and his brother to veer off Spain’s A-52 and ignite in the early hours of July 3.
  • The crash killed Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother André Silva, 25, who were identified at the scene.
  • Jota was traveling to Santander to board a ferry back to the UK after doctors advised him against flying following recent lung surgery.
  • Investigators are examining tire debris and reconstructing vehicle speed to confirm the blowout theory, and emergency services have confirmed no other vehicles were involved.
  • Liverpool FC, Cristiano Ronaldo and Jurgen Klopp have paid tribute while Jota’s family and clubs have requested privacy as the investigation continues.