Service door of Crans-Montana bar where 40 died in fire was locked from inside, owner says
Jacques Moretti, who is in custody, told Swiss prosecutor’s office he forced door open and found people lying behind it
TL;DR
- A service door at the Constellation bar was found locked from the inside after a deadly fire killed 40 people and injured 116.
- The fire is initially believed to have been caused by sparklers igniting soundproofing foam in the basement.
- Questions have been raised about fire extinguishers and the compliance of the bar's exits with regulations.
- The co-owner claimed sparkler candles used were not powerful enough to ignite the foam.
- The owners are suspected of negligent homicide, negligent bodily harm, and negligent arson.
- There are also concerns about the presence of underage individuals in the bar, with the owner acknowledging a possible lapse in protocol regarding age restrictions.