At least 27 dead in Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse

The article reports on a roof collapse at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic. The authorities confirm at least 58 people have died, however, a subsequent report states the death toll has risen to 66, including a provincial governor and former Major League Baseball player Octavio Dotel. Over 160 people have been injured and hundreds of rescue personnel are working to search for survivors in the rubble.

The collapse of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo resulted in a significant loss of life and injury. Over 120 people were injured, with at least 100 being rescued alive. Merengue singer Rubby Pérez was among those performing when the roof caved in.