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Prosecutor's Office plans to close Glória Elevator inquiry by 2027

Technical investigations into the Glória Elevator accident are expected to be completed in November.

2 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Prosecutor's Office (MP) plans to close the inquiry into the Glória Elevator accident by 2027. The crucial technical assessments for the case are scheduled to be completed in November this year, which justifies the prediction of such a distant closure date.

The accident, which occurred in June, raised concerns about the safety of the equipment and the accountability of the public services involved.

As the MP progresses with the investigations, André Ventura announced that the Chega party will soon reveal its decision on the motion of censure against the Government, a matter that is also generating public debate.

This situation marks a series of significant events, both regarding the investigation of the accident and the political developments in the country. The importance of the inquiry's conclusion for public safety and government management remains a topic of discussion.

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