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Italy: 4 Tourists Killed After Cable Car Crashes to Ground

Published APR 18 2025

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Above: The Prosecutor's Office begins its inspections today on Monte Faito, in the place where, on April 17, the cabin of a cable car falls. Image credit: Paolo Manzo/NurPhoto via Getty Images

The Spin

Narrative A

The cable car service had undergone all required safety checks and maintenance before reopening for the seasonal operation. This accident was an unimaginable and unforeseen tragedy that occurred despite meeting all safety conditions.

BBC News

Narrative B

The emergency braking system's failure raises serious questions about the cable car's maintenance and safety protocols, particularly given the system's history of fatal accidents and its operation in challenging weather conditions.

Independent