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05-01-2026
Hundreds gathered at a Mass in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, to mourn the victims of a New Year's Eve fire at Le Constellation bar that killed 40 people, mostly teenagers. The victims' bodies were badly burned, making identification difficult, and families had been waiting agonizingly for news. A criminal investigation has been opened, and the bar owners, a French couple, are suspected of killing and causing arson and bodily harm through negligence. The community came together to pay respects, with many in attendance overcome with emotion. A shrine has been set up outside the bar, and survivors described horrific scenes they witnessed.
Entities: Crans-Montana, Switzerland, Le Constellation bar, Laetitia Brodard, Arthur Brodard • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
05-01-2026
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on New Year's Eve resulted in 40 deaths and 119 injuries. The victims, aged 14-39, included people of various nationalities. A French couple managing the bar are under investigation for manslaughter and arson by negligence. The cause of the fire is believed to be sparklers on bottles being carried too close to the ceiling. A national day of mourning was announced in Switzerland.
Entities: Crans-Montana, Switzerland, Le Constellation, New Year's Eve, Arthur Brodard • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
05-01-2026
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on New Year's Eve resulted in 40 deaths and 119 injuries, mostly among young people. Swiss authorities identified all the victims by Sunday evening, with ages ranging from 14 to 39 years old. A Mass was held, followed by a silent march to the site of the tragedy. Parents of the victims are mourning, and a criminal investigation has been launched into the bar's managers for suspected involuntary homicide and other charges. Investigators believe sparkling candles on Champagne bottles may have caused the fire.
Entities: Crans-Montana, Switzerland, Le Constellation bar, Swiss authorities, Rev. Gilles Cavin • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
05-01-2026
A British teenager, Charlotte Niddam, has been confirmed dead after a fire at a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana on New Year's Eve. The fire killed 40 people, mostly teenagers and young adults, and injured over 100. All victims have been identified, but their names are not being released by the police. A memorial service was held, attended by hundreds of mourners, including emergency service workers. Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing, focusing on champagne sparklers, ceiling foam, and emergency exits. The two managers of the bar are under criminal investigation.
Entities: Charlotte Niddam, Crans-Montana, Switzerland, Immanuel College, Hertfordshire • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
