Following the tragic fire that ravaged the Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana on the night of December 31 to January 1, 2026, resulting in the death of 41 people and injuring more than a hundred, co-owners Jacques Moretti and Jessica Moretti spoke publicly.
In a letter dated 4th February 2026The Moretti couple explain their long silence and offer their support to the victims and their families. They state that they were forced into silence by the framework of the investigation, but now wish to ease the collective pain and set the record straight.
« We bear this responsibility without seeking in any way to shift it onto you.«
The co-managers are addressing the deceased employees directly, in particular Cyane Panine, Stefan Ivanovic et Matéo Lesguer, stating that they are mourning those who "They are no longer here, in immense sorrow"They emphasize shared responsibility: "You were our protégés and you still are. We bear this responsibility without seeking in any way to shift it onto you."
The couple also reacted to "Lies" circulating in the press, particularly accusations that they left the premises with the cash register. In the letter, Jessica Moretti et Jacques Moretti They assert that they were still on site, attempting to assist some employees and customers, and that they will continue to fully cooperate with the justice system.
Since the beginning of the year 2026, Jacques Moretti He was placed in pretrial detention before being released on bail with supervision. The investigation for manslaughter and involuntary injury continues, while the international community closely monitors this tragedy, which has reignited the debate on safety in nightlife venues and the organization of evacuations.
