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Swiss Fire Victims' Lawyer Seeks Expansion of Criminal Probe and Millions in Compensation

ReutersJanuary 13, 20261 min3,030 views
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Expansion of Criminal Investigation

  • ⚖️ A lawyer representing victims of a fatal bar fire in Crans-Montana is seeking to broaden the criminal investigation to include local authorities.
  • 🗣️ Roman Jordan, representing over 20 burn victims, stated that the municipality must be held accountable and provide explanations.

The Tragic Fire

  • 🔥 The fire, believed to have started from sparkling candles igniting foam, resulted in the deaths of 40 people, mostly teenagers.
  • 🏥 Additionally, 116 individuals were injured, with many in artificial comas or unresponsive in hospitals.

Allegations Against Local Authorities

  • 🧐 The lawyer criticized the municipality's alleged cynicism and demanded it end.
  • ⚠️ It was previously acknowledged by the mayor's office that the venue had missed several annual safety checks.

Compensation and Victim Representation

  • 💰 Jordan's clients, who are Swiss, French, and Italian, are seeking millions in compensation.
  • 🏛️ The lawyer emphasized the need for the municipality to understand its role in the ongoing legal procedure.
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