Turkish court sentences hotel owner, 10 others to life for deadly fire
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The blaze broke out at the Grand Karta Hotel at the Kartalkaya ski resort on 21 January during the winter school break, killing 78 people and injuring 133.
Breakdown
- A Turkish court sentenced the owner of a ski resort hotel and 10 others to life in prison.
- The convictions are for severe negligence related to a fire that killed 78 people in January. 7s
- The fire occurred at the 12-storey Grand Carta Hotel at the Kartalkaya ski resort in Bolu province. 14s
- Thirty-four children on family holidays were among the victims. 23s
- The convicted individuals include the hotel owner, his family members, hotel managers, a deputy mayor, and a deputy fire chief, all of whom are expected to appeal. 28s