Bar owner Moretti held over domestic violence allegations
Bar owner Moretti detained over domestic violence charges; lawyers deny allegations.
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Crans-Montana Bar Fire Investigation
Investigation into the January 1, 2026 fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana that killed 41 people and injured 115, mostly young people and foreign visitors. Bar owner Jacques Moretti and 15 others are under investigation for negligent arson and manslaughter charges.
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2026-08-24 to 2026-11-08 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 24 Aug, 09:04 UTC
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Crans-Montana fire primarily affected young people, including many foreign victims
The New Year's Eve fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana primarily affected adolescents and young adults, with many foreign victims including numerous Italians and French nationals.
Moretti family lawyers defend couple amid domestic violence investigation
Lawyers for Jacques and Jessica Moretti released a statement asserting that the domestic violence allegations are a private matter separate from the Constellation tragedy investigation, though acknowledging they occur in context of the intense ordeal the couple has faced since January 1.
Jacques Moretti placed in provisional detention for domestic violence
Jacques Moretti, French owner and manager of Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, was placed in provisional detention on the night of August 11-12 following allegations of domestic violence against his wife Jessica Moretti at their home in Valais canton, Switzerland. Jessica Moretti was hospitalized as a result of the violence. Moretti has no prior criminal record for such offenses.
Crans-Montana bar fire investigation continues eight months after tragedy
Eight months after the New Year's Eve fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana that killed 41 people and injured 115, the investigation remains ongoing. Jacques Moretti and Jessica Moretti are among 16 people under investigation for negligent arson, negligent manslaughter, and serious negligent bodily harm.
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Investigation into Crans-Montana bar fire progresses eight months on
Investigation into Crans-Montana bar fire continues eight months after incident claiming mostly young victims.