Death Toll Rises to 184 in Jet Set Nightclub Roof Collapse as Rescue Efforts Continue
The Jet Set nightclub roof collapse has claimed 184 lives, with many still missing, as rescue operations search for victims and identify casualties.
Overview
The Jet Set nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo on April 8 has led to 184 confirmed deaths, with over 200 injured and many still missing. Among the victims are renowned personalities, including MLB figures Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco, as well as merengue singer Rubby Pérez, who was performing when the tragedy occurred. Rescue efforts continue, with international teams joining local authorities in the grim search for bodies. Families are struggling to cope with the uncertainty as identification of victims continues. The cause of the collapse is under investigation, amid reports of previous structural issues.
Report issue
Read both sides in 5 minutes each day
Analysis
- Pedro Martínez expresses deep concern for family members among the victims of the nightclub collapse, emphasizing the tragedy's impact on the Dominican Republic and its diaspora in the U.S.
- He calls for strength and unity, reflecting the country's resilient spirit in times of tragedy, and highlights a strong connection between baseball and the Dominican culture.
- Major casualties include prominent figures in baseball, indicating the personal and communal loss felt across the country.
Articles (12)
Center (6)
FAQ
The Jet Set nightclub was hosting a concert during which merengue singer Rubby Pérez was performing.
Notable victims included merengue singer Rubby Pérez, former MLB players Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco, and Nelsy Cruz, the governor of Montecristi.
Rescue efforts are transitioning from searching for survivors to a recovery phase focused on finding bodies, with crews still working to locate victims despite slim hopes of finding more survivors.
History
- 5M
4 articles
- 5M3 articles
