Swiss Bar Co-Owner Detained After Fatal New Year's Fire; Nation Mourns Victims
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Swiss Bar Co-Owner Detained After Fatal New Year's Fire; Nation Mourns Victims

Switzerland observed a national day of mourning for the 40 victims of a New Year's Eve bar fire in Crans-Montana. Prosecutors requested pre-trial detention for Jacques Moretti, co-owner of the "Le Constellation" bar, citing a flight risk. His wife and co-owner, Jessica Moretti, remains free under judicial supervision. The couple, French nationals, face charges including involuntary homicide and causing a fire. The tragedy also left 116 injured, with victims of various nationalities.

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