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Crans-Montana Bar Fire Investigation
Investigation into the January 1, 2026 fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland that killed 41 people and injured 115 others. The fire was caused by candle sparks igniting soundproofing foam. French owners Jacques and Jessica Moretti and 12 other defendants, including municipal officials, face charges of negligent homicide, negligent bodily harm, and negligent fire-setting.
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2026-08-16 to 2026-11-13 · UTC publication dates
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Fourteen suspects under investigation as Moretti case develops
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Candle sparks ignited foam, causing Crans-Montana bar inferno
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