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Cran Montana: The Harrowing Testimony of the 19-Year-Old Hero

Published January 2, 2026, 07:13
Cran Montana: The Harrowing Testimony of the 19-Year-Old Hero

A 19-year-old student, Gianni, describes in harrowing detail the horrors he witnessed at Le Constellation bar in Cran Montana, where over 40 people lost their lives and 115 were injured during New Year's celebrations. Gianni, who was on vacation at the resort, arrived at the scene shortly after the explosion and describes scenes of chaos, burned and disfigured people, and the inability to identify victims due to the severity of the burns. He volunteered to help firefighters, creating makeshift stretchers to remove the injured, while describing the lack of equipment and personnel, which led to difficult decisions regarding the prioritization of cases. His testimony reveals the desperation of rescuers and the horror of what he saw, including people dying before his eyes. The rescue operations lasted for hours, in extremely low temperatures, and Gianni emphasizes the lack of assistance from other citizens. Despite the trauma he experienced, he states he is convinced he helped save lives, but remains shaken by the horror of the night. Gianni's testimony serves as a painful reminder of the tragedy that struck Cran Montana and the importance of safety in crowded places.