Market Harborough Mourns the Loss of Margaret Elaine and Graeme Derek Winn in Tragic Italian Cable Car Accident
The community of Market Harborough, Leicestershire, is united in sorrow following the devastating news of the passing of Margaret Elaine Winn (58) and her husband Graeme Derek Winn (65). The couple tragically lost their lives in a cable car accident near Naples, Italy, on April 17, 2025, during a holiday that was meant to be a joyful escape.
The accident occurred as the cable car ascended Mount Faito amidst poor weather conditions, including strong winds and fog. Preliminary investigations indicate that a snapped traction cable caused the cabin to plummet over 100 feet into a ravine. Also killed in the crash were Janan Suliman, a 25-year-old Israeli tourist, and the cable car operator, Carmine Parlato. Janan’s brother, Thaeb Suliman, sustained serious injuries and remains hospitalized. k Academy. Her colleagues and students remember her for her warmth, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to education.
The cable car service, managed by public transport company EAV, had resumed operations just ten days prior to the accident and had reportedly passed a maintenance check a week earlier. Italian prosecutors have launched a manslaughter investigation, sealing key components of the cable car system, including pylons, stations, and cabins, as they work to determine the exact cause of the tragedy.
As the Market Harborough community grapples with this profound loss, plans for memorial services are underway to honor the lives and legacy of Margaret Elaine and Graeme Derek Winn. Their sudden and heartbreaking departure has left a deep void in the hearts of those who knew and loved them.