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Owners of Dominican Nightclub Where 236 Died in Roof Collapse Ordered to Stand Trial

15 June 2026 14:10

The sibling owners of a Santo Domingo nightclub will face trial for involuntary manslaughter after a roof collapse killed 236 people. - Roof collapsed at Jet Set nightclub on June 15, 2026, killing 236.

- Owners accused of failing to maintain structural integrity and ignoring safety warnings. - Prosecutors found sufficient evidence to proceed with criminal trial.

- Conviction could lead to up to 20 years in prison. The case underscores broader issues of construction safety and regulatory enforcement in the Dominican Republic.

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