09.04.2025 08:30
The number of fatalities from the collapse of the roof of "Jet Set," one of the most famous entertainment venues in the Dominican Republic, has risen to 79. It has been reported that a temporary morgue and blood donation center have been established near the venue, and a large hole has formed in the middle of the building following the incident. Additionally, it has been learned that among the deceased is former Major League Baseball player Octavio Dotel.
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The number of people who died as a result of the roof collapse of an entertainment venue in the Caribbean country of the Dominican Republic has risen to 79. According to CNN, the roof of the entertainment venue named "Jet Set" in the capital Santo Domingo collapsed yesterday while there were nearly 300 customers inside. According to the statement by Juan Manuel Mendez, Director of the Emergency Operations Center (COE), 79 people trapped under the rubble died as a result of the collapse.
TEMPORARY MORG AND BLOOD DONATION CENTER While search operations continue in the rubble, approximately 160 injured people were taken to hospitals. A temporary morgue and blood donation center were established near the venue.
Octavio Dotel. FAMOUS BASEBALL PLAYER AMONG THE DEAD In Mendez's statement, which reported that the cries for help of the people were heard, it was stated, "As long as there is hope for life, all authorities will try to rescue these people." It was noted that former Major League Baseball (MLB) player Octavio Dotel was among the dead. It was recorded that artist Rubby Perez and his orchestra were performing on stage at the time of the collapse.
A photo taken minutes before the disaster. A HUGE HOLE FORMED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BUILDING In aerial images taken after sunrise, a large hole was seen in the middle of the building. It was reported that the cause of the collapse is being investigated.
3-DAY MOURNING Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader announced in his statement that he has declared a three-day mourning following the disaster. Abinader, who visited the entertainment venue for inspections, expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy. Abinader stated, "All rescue organizations have provided the necessary assistance and are working tirelessly in the rescue efforts."
ONE OF THE MOST FAMOUS ENTERTAINMENT VENUES IN THE COUNTRY "Jet Set" is considered one of the most famous entertainment venues in the Dominican Republic in terms of attendance at its events on Monday nights.
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