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Memorial for Crans-Montana Fire Victims Destroyed in Blaze

2/9/2026

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A memorial for the 41 victims of a Crans-Montana, Switzerland, nightclub blaze was destroyed early Sunday, likely due to candles on a table.
No injuries occurred, but some commemorative items were damaged.
Investigators do not suspect arson.
The nightclub fire injured over 100 people and was caused by sparklers igniting foam soundproofing.
Jacques Moretti and Jessica Moretti, bar owners, face charges of negligent manslaughter and arson after blaming a waitress.

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Story summary

A memorial for the 41 victims of a Crans-Montana, Switzerland, nightclub blaze was destroyed early Sunday, likely due to candles on a table.
No injuries occurred, but some commemorative items were damaged.
Investigators do not suspect arson.
The nightclub fire injured over 100 people and was caused by sparklers igniting foam soundproofing.
Jacques Moretti and Jessica Moretti, bar owners, face charges of negligent manslaughter and arson after blaming a waitress.