Overview
- Swiss prosecutors formally placed Jacques and Jessica Moretti under investigation for negligent homicide, negligent bodily harm and negligent arson, while noting the presumption of innocence.
- Authorities maintain a toll of about 40 dead and roughly 121 injured, many of them minors, with identification work continuing through DNA and forensic support.
- Italy’s ambassador said the identification of six Italian victims is complete, with families notified, as overall identified victims in Switzerland continue to rise.
- Evidence from videos and witness accounts points to sparkler devices on champagne bottles reaching sound-absorbing ceiling material, and investigators are examining exits and non-functioning fire-suppression systems.
- Several critically burned Italians have been transferred to Milan’s Niguarda hospital as cross-border medical coordination and international forensic assistance continue.