Lisbon, Portugal — July 15, 2025
In a startling development in the ongoing investigation into the death of footballer Diogo Jota, police have uncovered previously unseen CCTV footage that raises new questions about the final hours of his life.
According to law enforcement officials, a hidden security camera — located near a private parking facility close to Jota’s residence — captured the 28-year-old athlete approaching his car at approximately 12:03 AM on the night before the fatal accident. In the grainy footage, Jota appears to be carrying a small, wrapped item, which he places in the trunk of his vehicle before quickly leaving the scene alone.
Authorities have not released the footage publicly but confirmed its authenticity and relevance to the case. Forensic investigators are now working to identify the object and determine whether it was recovered from the wreckage.
“This is a significant discovery,” said Inspector Rui Machado of the Lisbon Metropolitan Police. “We are actively analyzing the contents of the footage and its potential connection to Mr. Jota’s state of mind and intentions prior to the incident.”
The revelation has deepened speculation surrounding the crash, which occurred less than 24 hours later on a remote stretch of highway. Initially believed to be a tragic accident, investigators have since expanded the scope of their inquiry amid growing signs that more may have been going on beneath the surface.
Family members have been notified of the new evidence, and a source close to the case confirmed that Jota’s widow was “shaken” by the footage.
“This just adds another layer of confusion and pain,” the source said. “Everyone wants answers — but right now, there are more questions than ever.”
Police have not commented on whether foul play is suspected, nor whether the mysterious item could be linked to recent revelations about Jota’s personal life and financial activity.
As public curiosity intensifies, fans are left reeling from the possibility that Jota’s final hours were marked by actions and decisions no one expected — and that the story behind his tragic death may be far from over.