Court postpones hearing in Dominican nightclub collapse that left 236 dead
World2 sources2 countries🔦 Under-reported43m ago
A Dominican tribunal has ordered a one-week recess in the ongoing trial regarding the fatal roof collapse of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo. The disaster, which occurred on April 8, 2025, resulted in 236 deaths and dozens of injuries.
The trial centers on defendants Antonio and Maribel Espaillat, who face prosecution for the collapse. During the recent court proceedings, architect Segundo Imbert Piantini testified as a witness regarding decorative renovation work he performed at the establishment at the request of Antonio Espaillat.
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Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR)Focuses on the broader judicial process and the trial's postponement.
Diario Libre (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) (DO)Focuses on the specific courtroom testimony provided by the project's architect.
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