In a dramatic development in the investigation into Diogo Jota’s fatal car crash, the late footballer’s wife has handed over a series of screenshots from what she described as her husband’s “private email account” to Portuguese authorities.
Sources close to the family confirmed that the emails were discovered just days after the tragic accident, when Jota’s wife was reviewing digital backups on one of his old devices. Among the materials was a chilling text message sent only three minutes before the crash — a detail that could shift the direction of the ongoing investigation.
While police have not officially confirmed the contents of the message, one insider revealed that the tone of the final communication was “emotional, urgent, and potentially explosive.”
“The screenshots include a timestamped draft and sent folder activity,” said the source. “Whatever was written in that final message might explain a lot more than we thought about Jota’s state of mind.”
The existence of the secret email account was apparently unknown to family members and close friends until now. Jota’s wife reportedly hesitated before going public, but ultimately decided to turn over the data after discussions with legal counsel and the investigation team.
Authorities have declined to comment on the new evidence but confirmed they are in possession of new digital material relevant to the case.
This revelation comes amid growing public speculation over the circumstances surrounding the crash, which killed both Diogo Jota and his younger brother. Recent reports also suggest the vehicle may have braked suddenly moments before impact — a detail previously unexplained.
Legal experts now suggest the investigation could be extended or even reopened depending on the implications of the message.
As tributes continue to pour in from the football community, this latest twist raises painful new questions: What did Jota say in that final message — and to whom was it sent?
Police are expected to release further details later this week.