The night was alive with music, laughter, and dancing at the Jet Set club in Santo Domingo. But then, tragedy struck as the roof of the nightclub collapsed, turning a joyous celebration into a scene of horror and despair.
“Something fell from the ceiling”
Mobile phone footage captured the chilling moment when disaster loomed over the unsuspecting crowd. Merengue singer Rubby Pérez was on stage, enthralling the audience with his music when chaos erupted. The recording abruptly ends with frantic voices and darkness, capturing the panic that ensued.
Rescue workers plunged into action, scouring through debris in a desperate search for survivors. Families clung to hope as they awaited news of their loved ones trapped under tons of rubble. Among them was Zulinka, daughter of Rubby Pérez, who narrowly escaped death thanks to her husband’s selfless act of shielding her from harm.
A Father’s Courage Amidst Tragedy
Zulinka recounted how her father bravely sang out for help amidst the wreckage, guiding rescuers to his location with his voice as his beacon of hope. Despite his valiant efforts, fate dealt a cruel blow as he succumbed to injuries before he could be rescued.
Fans of merengue music mourned the loss of Rubby Pérez, paying tribute to his talent and spirit that will forever resonate in their hearts. Nelsy Cruz’s heroic actions echoed through the tragedy – reaching out for help amidst chaos and saving lives even in her final moments.
Unanswered Questions Linger
As grief gripped the nation, questions swirled about what led to the nightclub’s roof collapse. Former Major League Baseball player Octavio Dotel became another victim of this catastrophe, leaving a void in both sports and community circles.
Jet Set club transformed from a cinema into a vibrant music venue that drew crowds seeking entertainment on Monday nights. The night of revelry turned into an evening marred by loss and devastation that shook not only those present but reverberated across borders.
President Abinader declared three days of national mourning as tributes poured in for those who lost their lives in this tragic event that will forever be etched in Dominican Republic’s history.
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