Rome Prosecutor Investigates Crans-Montana Fire After Catastrophic Blaze Killed 40

The Rome Prosecutor's Office has launched a manslaughter investigation into the New Year's Day fire in Crans-Montana that claimed 40 lives, including six Italian citizens.Authorities allege that pyrotechnic candles on champagne bottles ignited non-compliant soundproof foam at the Le Constellation bar, leading to criminal charges against owner Jacques Moretti and manager Jessica Moretti.Legal representative Sébastien Fanti is calling for the arrest of the Moretti family and local officials like Nicolas Féraud, citing a total lack of safety inspections at the Swiss resort since 2019.