Mexico City Metro Passengers Rescued from Trapped Elevator

Mexico City Metro Passengers Rescued from Trapped Elevator Mexico City, June 4, 2025 – Passengers were rescued from a stalled elevator at the Constitución de 1917 metro station on Line 8 this afternoon. Firefighters and Metro personnel responded swiftly to the incident, freeing those trapped within minutes. The incident caused a temporary disruption to service, but no injuries were reported. "We received a call at approximately 2:00 PM reporting people trapped in an elevator at Constitución de 1917," stated a spokesperson for the Mexico City Fire Department. "Our crews arrived quickly and worked efficiently with Metro personnel to safely extract the passengers." Video footage from the scene shows firefighters using specialized equipment to access the elevator and assist the passengers. One passenger, who declined to be named, expressed relief at being rescued, saying, "I was scared, but the firefighters were very calm and reassuring. They got us out quickly and safely." The Metro system is investigating the cause of the elevator malfunction. Service on Line 8 has fully resumed. The rapid response and successful rescue highlight the preparedness and efficiency of the emergency services in Mexico City.