Theatre director Kayleigh Smith and her partner Will Nelson, a drama lecturer, have been named as British victims of the Lisbon funicular crash. MADS Theatre in Macclesfield posted a tribute on Friday night acknowledging their deaths, writing that Ms. Smith was a dear friend to many and will be greatly missed. The Glória funicular, a popular tourist attraction, derailed and crashed into a building on Wednesday, killing 16.
Nationals of Portugal, South Korea, Switzerland, Canada, Ukraine, France, and the US are also among the dead, police said. A third British victim has yet to be named.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed his grief over the incident, stating his thoughts are with the families affected. The cause of the crash remains unknown, and Carris, the public transport operator, announced an independent investigation while also conducting inspections on all funiculars.
The crash occurred around 18:15 local time near Avenida da Liberdade boulevard, sparking a large emergency response. Videos depicted the overturned, crumpled carriage on the cobblestone street. Prime Minister Luís Montenegro described the event as one of the biggest human tragedies in recent history, declaring a national day of mourning.
Authorities reported an initial death toll of 17, which was later revised down to 16. Maintenance protocols had been claimed as up to date, with routine checks performed regularly. The Glória funicular, opened in 1885, is one of several in Lisbon that are critical for navigating its steep terrain, and the city's funiculars are renowned tourist attractions.
Nationals of Portugal, South Korea, Switzerland, Canada, Ukraine, France, and the US are also among the dead, police said. A third British victim has yet to be named.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed his grief over the incident, stating his thoughts are with the families affected. The cause of the crash remains unknown, and Carris, the public transport operator, announced an independent investigation while also conducting inspections on all funiculars.
The crash occurred around 18:15 local time near Avenida da Liberdade boulevard, sparking a large emergency response. Videos depicted the overturned, crumpled carriage on the cobblestone street. Prime Minister Luís Montenegro described the event as one of the biggest human tragedies in recent history, declaring a national day of mourning.
Authorities reported an initial death toll of 17, which was later revised down to 16. Maintenance protocols had been claimed as up to date, with routine checks performed regularly. The Glória funicular, opened in 1885, is one of several in Lisbon that are critical for navigating its steep terrain, and the city's funiculars are renowned tourist attractions.
