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Mayor and Bar Owners Investigated in Deadly Fire Tragedy

4/13/2026

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Crans-Montana Mayor Nicolas Feraud was questioned on April 13 about the Le Constellation fire that killed 41 and injured 115.
He is among nine people under investigation, including bar owners Jacques Moretti and Jessica Moretti, who face serious charges.
The investigation aims to clarify the fire's circumstances and local authorities' responsibilities.
As of April 8, 38 patients remain hospitalized after being airlifted to facilities across Switzerland and Europe.

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Story summary

Crans-Montana Mayor Nicolas Feraud was questioned on April 13 about the Le Constellation fire that killed 41 and injured 115.
He is among nine people under investigation, including bar owners Jacques Moretti and Jessica Moretti, who face serious charges.
The investigation aims to clarify the fire's circumstances and local authorities' responsibilities.
As of April 8, 38 patients remain hospitalized after being airlifted to facilities across Switzerland and Europe.