At least 13 people have lost their lives following a catastrophic roof collapse at the Jet Set discotheque in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The incident unfolded in the early hours of Tuesday while attendees gathered to watch popular merengue artist Rubby Pérez perform. As rescue efforts continue, officials have expressed concerns over the number of injuries, with reports indicating that ambulances have transported over 93 individuals to nearby hospitals, sometimes with multiple patients on board.
The Dominican Republic's president, Luis Abinader, has conveyed his deepest sympathies to the grieving families affected by this tragedy. Juan Manuel Méndez, the director of the Emergency Operations Centre (COE), has reported ongoing recovery efforts, stating that they are actively searching for individuals who may still be trapped under the debris. Although the current confirmed death toll stands at 13, hope persists that some of those caught in the wreckage remain alive.
