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Elevador da Glória. Accident victims complain about lack of support in open letter

RTP Notícias2 September 2026 at 16:50

The victims of the Elevador da Glória accident have signed an open letter denouncing the ongoing lack of support they continue to face. The document was shared with RTP's newsroom.

In the letter, the victims state that they are still waiting for answers, assistance and accountability from the responsible authorities. The text reveals the frustration of the people affected by the accident.

The Elevador da Glória is one of Lisbon's most iconic landmarks, serving as both a public transportation system and a tourist attraction in the Portuguese capital. The accident is believed to have caused victims who, months later, have still not seen their needs met.

Sharing the open letter with the media aims to pressure the authorities into providing concrete responses to the victims and clarifying responsibilities for the incident.

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