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Cran-Montana Tragedy: Death Toll Rises as Identification Efforts Continue

Published January 2, 2026, 13:23
Cran-Montana Tragedy: Death Toll Rises as Identification Efforts Continue

A tragedy unfolded at the Le Constellation club in Cran-Montana, Switzerland, resulting in the deaths of at least 47 people and injuries to over 100. Among the victims is 16-year-old Italian international golfer, Emanuele Galepini, who has been identified. The identification process is extremely difficult due to the severe burns suffered by many of the victims. Authorities are using dental records and DNA samples to aid in identification. Parents of missing individuals are desperately seeking information about their children, while foreign embassies are working to determine if any of their citizens are among the victims. According to testimonies, the fire started from fireworks used on champagne bottles. The area has been cordoned off, and the investigation into the cause of the tragedy is ongoing.