In brief
On Thursday, April 18, 2025, a cable car crash in southern Italy led to the untimely deaths of four people, among them two British tourists and an Israeli citizen. The incident took place on the popular Monte Faito route, a favored spot for scenic views over the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius.
Italian authorities confirmed that the victims included Elaine Margaret Winn and Graeme Derek Winn from Britain, as well as Janan Suleiman, an Israeli national. The Israeli woman’s brother, Thabet Suleiman, survived the crash but is currently in critical condition at a hospital in Naples.According to Castellammare di Stabia's mayor, Luigi Vicinanza, the tragic event unfolded as the cable car was just seconds from arriving at its destination when a traction cable snapped. This incident not only caused the cabin to fall but also affected another car, stranding nine passengers who were later rescued by firefighters.Mayor Vicinanza expressed deep sorrow over the accident, labeling it a “tragic” event, and noted that family members of the Suleimans were expected to arrive in Italy soon after the tragedy unfolded. An investigation into the cause of the accident has been initiated by Italian prosecutors to uncover the specifics behind this heartbreaking event.
