A tense confrontation occurred outside a prosecutor's office in Sion as the owners of a bar involved in a tragic fire that killed 41 people faced enraged relatives of the victims.
On February 12, a significant tension arose outside the prosecutor's office in Sion, Switzerland, during the fourth day of testimony from the owners of the bar 'Le Constellation' regarding the New Year's tragedy where 41 young people lost their lives in a fire that erupted during a party. The owners, Jacques and Jessica Moretti, arrived with a limited police presence and their attorneys. However, their arrival was met with furious reactions from the gathered families of the victims, who had been waiting since early morning.
The atmosphere grew increasingly charged as the victims' relatives, wearing clothing adorned with pictures of their loved ones, expressed their grief and anger. They chanted, shouted, and even confronted the Morettis directly, forcing them against a wall. One mother, distressed by the loss of her son, aggressively accused the owners of being complicit, stating, "You are the mafia, you paid 200,000 francs, and that was it. How do you sleep at night? Where is my son?" Jacques Moretti attempted to respond, claiming, "There is no mafia, I am..." before being cut off by the outraged crowd.
This confrontation highlights the deep pain and unresolved questions surrounding the tragedy, indicating that many families feel a lack of accountability and demand justice. The emotional uproar reflects the broader concerns about safety standards and negligence in venues hosting large parties, as the community continues to seek answers in the wake of this devastating event.
