Spanish authorities believe that speed may have been a factor in the tragic car crash that claimed the life of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva.
The 28-year-old footballer and his 25-year-old brother died when the Lamborghini they were travelling in veered off the road in Zamora, Spain, on Thursday.
The Spanish Civil Guard, while noting that the investigation remains ongoing, has stated that initial findings suggest the vehicle was exceeding the local speed limit of 120km/h (75mph) at the time of the incident, according to BBC.
Investigators suspect that a tyre blowout may have contributed to the crash, leading to the loss of control of the high-performance vehicle before it left the road.
Police reveal details about Diogo Jota’s accident
For the first time since the fatal accident, police have confirmed that they believe Jota was behind the wheel when the crash occurred.
A spokesperson for the Civil Guard said: “The expert report is being carried out and finished, where among other things they are studying the marks left by one of the wheels of the vehicle. Everything also points to a possible high excess of speed over the permitted speed of the road. All the tests carried out for the moment point to the fact that the driver of the vehicle was Diogo Jota.”
The sudden passing of Jota, who was a key figure for Liverpool and the Portuguese national team, has sent shockwaves throughout the footballing world.
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Tributes have poured in from teammates, clubs, and fans across the globe, with many remembering Jota for not only being a great player but also a great person off the pitch.
As the investigation continues, authorities will conduct further examinations to confirm the exact circumstances of the crash.
The football world remains united in grief, with tributes continuing for a player whose career, and life, ended far too soon.
Jota’s legacy as a player who gave everything on the field while inspiring many off it will endure,…
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