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Elevator Mishap at Glória: Alexandra Leitão Voices Concern Following Severe Incident in Lisbon

Socialist contender for Lisbon City Council voiced profound worry over the unfortunate incident at Elevador da Gloria.

Elevator Accident at Glória: Alexandra Leitão expresses shock following a severe incident in Lisbon
Elevator Accident at Glória: Alexandra Leitão expresses shock following a severe incident in Lisbon

Elevator Mishap at Glória: Alexandra Leitão Voices Concern Following Severe Incident in Lisbon

In a shocking turn of events, the Elevador da Glória crashed into a building on the Calçada da Glória, at the intersection of Restauradores and Principe Real in Lisbon, Portugal. The accident occurred at 18:05, leaving at least three people dead and several others injured.

The Socialist candidate for Lisbon Municipal Chamber, Alexandra Leitao, expressed profound consternation over the incident. In an interview with SIC News, she reiterated her concern, stating that she will analyze and understand what happened in due time. For now, she has no further comments.

SIC's findings reported that the Elevador da Glória derailed and overturned, causing the tragic accident. The investigation of the causes is currently the responsibility of the Portuguese criminal police, who are examining all possibilities and will disclose the results once certain.

Alexandra Leitao has vowed to closely monitor the situation's evolution in the coming days. She urged the authorities to take all necessary measures to prevent such accidents in the future.

The news of the accident has sent shockwaves through the city, with many expressing their condolences to the families of the victims and hoping for a swift recovery for the injured. The Elevador da Glória, a specific location or structure in Lisbon, has been a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the city's rich history.

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety measures and the need for continuous vigilance to ensure the well-being of all citizens and visitors in Lisbon. The city and its people are united in hope during this difficult time.

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