Tragedy in Lisbon: three British citizens among the dead in tram collision.

According to The Sun: At least 16 people have died in a horrific tram accident in Lisbon, including three British tourists, confirmed law enforcement.

Portuguese authorities investigating this tragedy have released information about the nationalities of the victims and reported 22 injuries.

Carris staff inspects the destroyed Glória tram in Lisbon Getty A woman places flowers at the accident site Getty

Among the dead are an 82-year-old man, a 44-year-old man, and a 36-year-old woman, who were the latest victims confirmed.

Policia Judiciaria said: “The nationalities of the 16 deceased victims have been confirmed following scientific identification in collaboration with the National Institute of Forensic Medicine and Judicial Sciences.

“Among them are five Portuguese; two South Koreans; one Swiss; three British; two Canadians; one Ukrainian; one American, and one French.”

There are no British nationals among the injured receiving treatment.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed 'deepest sympathy' regarding the deaths of British tourists.

A spokesperson for 10 Downing Street said: “The Prime Minister is deeply saddened to learn that three British citizens have lost their lives in the tram accident in Lisbon.

“His thoughts are with their families and those affected by this horrific event.

“We stand together with Portugal during this difficult time.”

A German man who was initially thought to be dead was later found alive in a hospital in Lisbon.

It is believed that he is the father of a three-year-old boy who asked a police officer to hold him after the accident left his mother in critical condition.

Details of the tragedy

The first victim of the accident was the tram brake man, André Marquês.

Hours later, several more victims were confirmed: Pedro Trinidade, Alda Matias, Ana Lopes, and Sandra Coelho.

Other deceased have yet to be identified.

Many passengers were trapped under the wreckage of the iconic Glória tram as it crashed into a hotel in central Lisbon.

This dreadful tragedy is believed to have occurred due to a cable disconnect on one of the two cars.

Witnesses report that the car at the top of the steep hill was racing at full speed before crashing into the building and crumpling 'like a cardboard box'.

André Marquês, the brake man responsible for the tram during its ascent

Investigators in Lisbon continue to ascertain the circumstances of the tragedy, which occurred while the cable tram was making its regular journey around 6:00 PM local time.

It is known that it was filled with at least 38 people — locals and tourists traveling during peak hours in the bustling city.

Alarming footage showed dozens of bystanders rushing down the steep road, trying to assist passengers as the car was tipped on its side and torn apart.

Clouds of dust and smoke enveloped the narrow street, as a group of concerned witnesses gathered at the foot of the hill.

Firefighters and medics arrived at the scene shortly after, cordoning off the area of the tragedy.

The tram car connects two ends of the cable lift, operating with the help of electric motors that mutually compensate for each other.

Experts continue the investigation to determine the causes of the accident and prevent similar tragedies in the future.

AP GettyThe tragedy in Lisbon underscores the dangers that passenger transport vehicles face in the mountains. The investigation is ongoing, and society honors the memory of the deceased. Families of the victims are receiving support from both their countries' governments and Portuguese authorities. This situation has triggered significant public resonance and calls for improved safety on such routes.