Valais Prosecutor Opens Criminal Inquiry Into Rescue Response

The prosecutor of the Canton of Valais has opened a second criminal investigation to determine potential responsibilities regarding the management of rescue efforts following a massacre. Lawyer Fabrizio Ventimiglia reported that the mobilization of civil protection resources caused damage to the Italian state's assets. The Italian Presidency of the Council noted the involvement of Swiss authorities in the event, leading to a request for compensation against responsible parties. The prosecutor's office in the Swiss canton of Valais has opened a second criminal investigation into the New Year's Eve massacre at the Constellation. This new inquiry aims to determine if there was a potential network involved in the event. The investigation follows recent controversies involving Switzerland and requests for compensation exceeding 100,000 euros for medical expenses related to three Italian youths. Lawyer Fabrizio Ventimiglia reported deficiencies in the organization of interventions, specifically citing shortages of oxygen tanks, stretchers, and thermal blankets. The Valais public prosecutor's office is opening a criminal procedure following the Cromontana tragedy. Two lawyers have alleged failures in the emergency responders' intervention. They claim these shortcomings aggravated the injuries of their client, Fabiano Citroni.