Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic - April 09, 2025 A night of music and celebration turned into tragedy in the Dominican Republic, where the roof of a popular nightclub collapsed, killing at least 124 people and injuring more than 150 others. The incident took place just before 1:00 AM local time (05:00 GMT) on Tuesday at the Jet Set club in Santo Domingo, where hundreds had gathered for a live performance by merengue star Rubby Pérez. Survivors described scenes of panic as the ceiling gave way, trapping scores of people under rubble. Rescue teams are still searching through the debris for possible survivors, with efforts expected to continue through the night. The exact cause of the collapse is still unknown, and officials have launched an investigation. The government has expressed condolences to the victims’ families, as the nation mourns a devastating loss.