Recovery Concludes After Santo Domingo Nightclub Collapse Kills 221

Authorities end search efforts, shifting focus to investigating structural failures at the iconic Jet Set nightclub as the Dominican Republic mourns its deadliest tragedy in decades.

The death toll from the Jet Set nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo has been confirmed at 221, with 189 survivors rescued and recovery operations now concluded.
Investigators are examining structural deficiencies, including insufficient support and long-term fire damage, as potential causes of the collapse.
Prominent figures among the deceased include merengue singer Rubby Pérez, former MLB players Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco, and Monte Cristi governor Nelsy Cruz.
The Dominican government has established a team of national and international experts to determine the disaster's cause and prevent future incidents.
A formal period of national mourning has been extended as families continue to grieve and identify victims, with memorials held for Pérez and other notable individuals.