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Originally Published 20 hours ago — by Euronews.com
The owner of the Swiss bar Le Constellation in Crans-Montana admitted that a service door was locked from the inside during the New Year's Eve fire that killed 40 people, raising potential charges of murder with contingent intent if negligence is proven. The investigation also examines the use of flammable acoustic foam and previous warnings about fire risks.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Al Jazeera
Swiss authorities detained Jacques Moretti, owner of the bar where a New Year’s Eve fire killed 40 people, as part of an investigation into negligence and homicide. The incident prompted a national day of mourning, with officials and international leaders attending memorials. The fire was believed to have started from sparklers near sound insulation foam, and the bar had not been inspected since 2019, raising safety concerns.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by AP News
Switzerland observed a national day of mourning for the 40 victims of a deadly bar fire in Crans-Montana, with authorities arresting a manager linked to the incident, which is under criminal investigation for involuntary homicide and bodily harm. The fire, believed to have been caused by candles igniting ceiling materials, has prompted safety inspections and international cooperation, with families seeking justice.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
The owner of the Swiss bar Le Constellation, where a fire on New Year's Day killed 40 people and injured 116, has been detained by prosecutors on charges of manslaughter, bodily harm, and arson by negligence. The fire, believed to have been caused by sparklers near the ceiling, occurred in Crans-Montana, and investigations are ongoing into safety violations and the circumstances of the blaze.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by BBC
A co-owner of a Swiss ski resort bar, where a deadly fire on New Year's Eve killed 40 people and injured 116, has been detained on suspicion of manslaughter, bodily harm, and arson due to negligence. The fire, believed to have been caused by sparklers igniting ceiling foam, exposed longstanding safety violations, including lack of inspections for five years. The incident has prompted national mourning, investigations into safety lapses, and a ban on sparklers in local venues.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
Switzerland is holding a national day of mourning and a memorial service to honor the 40 victims of a deadly Alpine bar fire in Crans-Montana, which occurred during New Year's celebrations, with investigations ongoing into the causes and safety violations.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by DW
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.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by The New York Times
Authorities in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, admitted that the Le Constellation bar was not inspected for safety over a five-year period before a deadly fire last week that killed 40 people, raising concerns about lax oversight contributing to the tragedy.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by AP News
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.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Guardian
A fire at a New Year's Eve party in a Swiss ski resort's bar in Crans-Montana injured 116 people and resulted in 40 deaths, mostly young adults. The fire was caused by sparklers held too close to soundproofing foam in the basement. Victims from multiple countries have been identified, and investigations are ongoing into the bar's safety measures and ownership. A memorial ceremony is planned, and authorities are working to establish the full circumstances of the tragedy.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by DW
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.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by CNN
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.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by CBS News
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.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by Reuters
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.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by The New York Times
Swiss police have opened a criminal investigation into the managers of Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, suspected of negligence following a deadly fire that killed at least 40 people, possibly caused by fireworks igniting insulation.