Dominican Republic Discotheque Collapse Claims 124 Lives

Rescue operations conclude as investigations into the structural failure continue, with the cultural loss of merengue star Rubby Pérez deeply felt.

The roof of the Jet Set discotheque in Saint-Domingue collapsed during a live concert, killing at least 124 people and injuring over 150.
Rescue operations involving 400 responders have concluded after 36 hours, with no further survivors found since Tuesday afternoon.
Merengue icon Rubby Pérez, performing on stage during the collapse, is confirmed among the deceased, alongside other notable figures.
President Luis Abinader declared three days of national mourning, visiting the site and pledging government support for affected families.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse while addressing victim identification and broader safety concerns at public venues.