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A memorial for victims of the Le Constellation bar fire in Crans-Montana was damaged by a new blaze early Sunday; police say candles likely caused the fire, but no one at the memorial was injured. An investigation is underway into the blaze and the bar’s owners face charges of negligence-related manslaughter and arson, with public-safety officials also under probe amid criticism of authorities.
The Alpine bar fire in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during New Year’s celebrations killed 40 people and injured more than 100; the toll rose to 41 with the death of an 18-year-old Swiss national in a Zurich hospital.
The Crans-Montana bar fire on New Year’s Day has killed 41 people and injured 115; an 18-year-old Swiss national died in Zurich, making the toll largely teens. Investigators say the fire was likely started by sparklers near sound-insulation foam in the basement, and four people are under criminal investigation as patients are treated across Swiss and European hospitals.
Italy condemned the release on bail of Jacques Moretti, co-owner of Crans-Montana's Le Constellation bar, and recalled its ambassador to Switzerland to seek explanations. Moretti was freed on 200,000 CHF bail with conditions (daily police reporting, travel ban, surrender of identity documents) after prosecutors charged him with manslaughter by negligence, bodily harm by negligence, and arson by negligence in the New Year’s Eve fire that killed 40 people and injured about 116, including six Italians. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Foreign Minister Tajani demanded accountability, while Switzerland’s Ignazio Cassis expressed shared grief and said both countries would support each other in the tragedy.
Swiss authorities admitted to failing to conduct fire safety inspections at a bar where a deadly New Year's Eve fire killed 40 people, with investigations focusing on the bar managers for involuntary homicide and other charges. The incident was caused by sparklers igniting nearby materials, and authorities are taking measures to improve safety regulations.
A deadly fire at Le Constellation bar in Switzerland, which resulted in 40 deaths, had not been inspected in five years, raising concerns about safety lapses and regulatory oversight. Authorities are investigating the cause, including the role of sound insulation materials and the adequacy of fire exits, while also examining the management's safety practices and the use of pyrotechnics. The incident has prompted a review of safety protocols and legal accountability.
Swiss police have identified all 116 injured in the New Year's bar fire in Crans-Montana, which resulted in 40 deaths, with the fire believed to have been caused by candles igniting near the ceiling. The injured include multiple nationalities, and authorities are investigating the bar managers for involuntary homicide and other charges.
All 40 victims of the devastating bar fire in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during New Year's celebrations have been identified, with many being minors, and a national day of mourning scheduled for Friday to honor those who lost their lives in one of Switzerland's worst disasters.
Mourners gathered at a mass in Crans-Montana to honor victims of a devastating bar fire on New Year's Eve, which resulted in dozens of deaths and many injuries. The tragedy has deeply affected the community, with ongoing investigations into the fire's cause, suspected to be arson by the bar owners, and efforts to identify the victims through DNA and dental records.
A tragic fire at a Swiss ski resort bar in Crans-Montana has resulted in around 40 deaths, including teenagers as young as 14 and 15, raising concerns about age verification and safety protocols. Authorities are investigating the bar's management for negligence, and the community mourns the loss of young lives, highlighting issues related to alcohol sales laws and youth protection.
A devastating fire at a bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on New Year's Eve resulted in 40 deaths and 119 injuries, with victims ranging from teenagers to adults. Authorities have identified 24 victims and launched a criminal investigation into the bar's management, focusing on safety violations and the fire's cause. A national day of mourning has been announced, and families continue to mourn and search for loved ones.
A devastating fire at a bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has resulted in at least 40 deaths, mostly young people, prompting national mourning and community support. Investigations are ongoing, and the town is united in grief and resilience as families and authorities cope with the tragedy.
A fire at a Swiss bar in Crans-Montana was likely caused by sparklers attached to champagne bottles, resulting in the death of 40 people during New Year's celebrations.
A deadly fire at a Swiss resort bar during New Year's celebrations, which killed around 40 people and injured over 100, is suspected to have been caused by sparklers placed too close to the ceiling, with investigators still examining evidence and safety measures.
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana on New Year's Eve resulted in approximately 40 deaths and over 100 injuries, with victims including Australians, Poles, Italians, and French nationals. The fire, believed to have started in the basement, led to a community mourning period and an urgent effort to identify the victims, which may take days. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the blaze.