July 9, 2025 | Lisbon, Portugal
In a dramatic development that has stunned fans and investigators alike, Portuguese police have officially confirmed that Liverpool star Diogo Jota was behind the wheel of the Lamborghini involved in last week's fatal crash — and that he committed a serious traffic offense just moments before the collision.
⚠️ The Official Statement
At a press conference held earlier today, a spokesperson for the GNR (Guarda Nacional Republicana) revealed that Jota, 28, had been identified through vehicle camera footage, forensic evidence, and eyewitness accounts as the driver of the high-performance vehicle when it veered off a mountainous road near Sintra, killing him and his older brother André Silva, who was seated beside him.
What has raised further alarm is the discovery that Jota was allegedly driving well over the legal speed limit in a restricted mountain zone, an area known for blind curves and minimal roadside barriers. Early analysis from the car's internal black box shows speeds exceeding 140 km/h in a 60 km/h zone.
📸 New Footage, Old Questions
Surveillance cameras from a nearby café captured the Lamborghini passing at a blur, less than 30 seconds before the crash site. Police say they also retrieved footage showing Jota overtaking another vehicle illegally, forcing oncoming traffic to brake suddenly.
“This was not a technical malfunction. This was human error — reckless driving at a dangerous speed,” said Inspector Rui Mendes. “The crash was catastrophic and, sadly, avoidable.”
💔 Fans in Shock
The revelation has shaken the football world, as Jota — known for his calm and humble persona — had no prior record of reckless behavior. Social media is now divided between grief and growing calls for road safety awareness.
“I still can’t believe it. It doesn’t change the pain — but we need to talk about what really happened,” one fan wrote on X.
⚖️ Legal and Club Response
Although the incident resulted in the deaths of both the driver and passenger, an investigation is still ongoing due to potential civil liability regarding the vehicle's ownership, road conditions, and any involvement of third parties.
Liverpool Football Club issued a brief statement acknowledging the update:
“This is a heartbreaking time. We are aware of the police findings and continue to support Diogo’s family.”
As tributes pour in, many are now grappling with a harsh truth — that a beloved athlete’s final moments were marred by a costly mistake.