The bar owner involved in the tragic Swiss New Year fire incident, which claimed 40 lives and left 116 injured, shared his harrowing experience of attempting to save a waitress who succumbed to the flames after relentless resuscitation efforts. Jacques Moretti, deeply affected by the catastrophe, rushed to Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana upon receiving a distress call from his wife Jessica following the outbreak of the blaze in the early hours of New Year’s Day. Both now facing legal charges, they provided detailed accounts of the events to authorities before Mr. Moretti was taken into custody.
According to BFM TV, Mr. Moretti, 49, expressed his emotional connection to the victim, a 24-year-old waitress known as Cyane P, whom he and her boyfriend tried desperately to revive on the street for over an hour until paramedics declared it futile. Jessica, 40, described Cyane as a beloved member of their extended family and expressed profound grief over the loss.
The investigation into the tragedy, which is presumed to have originated from champagne bottles with attached party sparklers igniting sound insulation foam in the bar’s basement, is focusing on safety protocols at the establishment. Mr. Moretti highlighted measures taken to prevent underage drinking and acknowledged the absence of specific fire safety training for the staff.
The couple’s testimonies revealed crucial details regarding the sequence of events, including the attempts to rescue patrons trapped inside the smoke-filled bar and the challenges faced in accessing emergency exits. Despite the tragic outcome, Mr. Moretti emphasized their commitment to safety and expressed deep remorse for the devastating incident.
As the investigation continues, with authorities scrutinizing the bar’s safety standards and operational practices, the community mourns the loss of lives from diverse nationalities and prays for the recovery of the wounded. Amidst the ongoing legal proceedings, the Moretti family grapples with the profound impact of the tragedy and strives to cooperate with the justice system to address the consequences of the catastrophic event.
