Owner of a Swiss bar with a criminal past: how rule violations led to tragedy.
05.01.2026
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Shostal Oleksandr
05.01.2026
606
Tragedy at the Swiss bar
In one of the Swiss bars, where 40 people died in a fire, it turned out that one of the owners was a pimp who had previously served time in prison. His dangerous unauthorized changes turned Le Constellation into a true death trap.Jacques Moretti, 49 years old, had a dubious reputation with a lengthy criminal biography. He had been convicted for fraud, kidnapping, and unlawful confinement. The bar owner attempted to carry out unauthorized renovations, which ultimately led to this horrific catastrophe.“It was terrifying. No one could have imagined that this could happen,” witnesses said.Investigations indicate that insufficient safety in the establishment may have caused the high number of casualties.The situation at Le Constellation caused outrage and concern among local residents. The tragedy raises questions about the control over safety in such establishments and the owners' responsibility for the condition of their property. This incident could spark changes in the laws governing the operating conditions of public establishments in Switzerland.
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