Tragedy Strikes as Santo Domingo Nightclub Collapses, Claiming Over 100 Lives

Tue Jun 17 2025 21:07:43 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Tragedy Strikes as Santo Domingo Nightclub Collapses, Claiming Over 100 Lives

A devastating roof collapse at a Dominican Republic nightclub has resulted in a high death toll and numerous injuries as rescue operations continue.


Rescue efforts remain ongoing after the roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed during a concert by renowned merengue artist Rubby Pérez, leading to at least 113 fatalities and over 150 injuries. The incident occurred shortly after midnight, engulfing the club which was packed with concertgoers. Among the deceased are several high-profile individuals, including Pérez himself and former MLB player Octavio Dotel. Witness accounts captured on mobile devices depict scenes of chaos as the collapse occurred, with guests franticly searching for safety in the aftermath. Emergency responders, facing difficult conditions, have been sharing updates with families anxiously awaiting news of their loved ones. The search for survivors continues, while the cause of the structural failure remains under investigation, prompting President Luis Abinader to announce a period of national mourning.

The rescue mission persists as families hope for a miracle amidst the overwhelming tragedy gripping the community.

Rescue operations are ongoing in Santo Domingo following a nightclub roof collapse that has left over 100 dead and many injured, sparking a national mourning declaration.

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