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Crans-Montana nightclub fire
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A fatal fire occurred at the ‘Le Constellation’ bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana during New Year’s Eve celebrations. The incident, which involved a group of teenagers gathered in a small room, resulted in 41 deaths and 115 injuries. Early reports noted several injuries, including a 16-year-old Italian boy, Manfredi Marcucci, who suffered burns to his neck, back, and arms. His father, Umberto Marcucci, assisted in transporting Manfredi and two other victims—a Swiss boy and an Italian girl—to a hospital in Sion. In the months following the tragedy, survivors have undergone intensive medical treatment. Leonardo Bove, a 16-year-old from Milan who suffered burns to approximately 60% of his body, was discharged from Niguarda Hospital after seven months of hospitalization and rehabilitation. Bove, who was transferred to Milan for specialized care, Bove stated, “I saw my life slip away in one night, I don't want to lose it anymore.” Investigations into the disaster have since revealed significant regulatory and safety failures at the establishment, which was co-owned by Jacques and Jessica Moretti. Reports indicate that an extensive renovation in 2015 was conducted without a building permit, bypassing fire safety inspections. Furthermore, non-compliant acoustic foam was installed in the basement, and a smoking room added in 2017 was never properly inspected after being flagged by authorities. Previous inspections in 2018 and 2019 had identified hazards such as flammable wood paneling, a lack of fire blankets, and insufficient staff training. Jacques Moretti has been placed in pre-trial detention as the investigation continues.
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