A deadly roof collapse at the Jet Set nightclub in the Dominican Republic has left at least 225 dead, with survivors describing scenes of chaos and loss that have gripped the Caribbean nation. The tragedy, which occurred on April 12, marks one of the country's worst disasters in decades.
The town of Haina, home to many victims, faces profound grief. Among those lost were members of 'Los Dorados,' a group of seniors celebrating decades of friendship. Witnesses recounted how laughter turned to screams as the structure gave way during the gathering.
A survivor, whose identity remains undisclosed, shared harrowing details of the collapse: 'One moment we were dancing; the next, everything fell. People were trapped everywhere.' Emergency responders worked through the night to free those buried under debris, while hospitals overflowed with the injured.
CGTN reporter Nitza Soledad Perez documented the aftermath, highlighting efforts to support affected families. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the collapse.
