Police identify 16 more victims of Swiss bar fire
Summary
Police have identified 16 more victims of a bar fire in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, bringing the total known victims to 24. A criminal investigation is looking into the management of Le Constellation bar, where sparklers used during New Year's celebrations likely caused the fire. Authorities are being cautious with releasing further victim information out of respect for their families.Key Facts
- The fire occurred at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland.
- Victims include people from Switzerland, Italy, Romania, Turkey, and France.
- The fire has resulted in at least 40 deaths and 119 injuries.
- Most victims were teenagers; the drinking age in the area is 16.
- The fire is believed to have started from sparklers being held too close to the ceiling.
- The owners of the bar, Jacques and Jessica Moretti, are being investigated for negligence.
- The investigation is also focusing on the bar's ceiling materials.
- Identification of victims is slow due to severe burns, according to the Italian ambassador to Switzerland.
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