Owner of Club in Dominican Republic Arrested After Roof Collapse

• The owner of the club and his sister were arrested following the collapse that resulted in numerous casualties.
• The investigation into the causes of the tragedy, involving international experts, is ongoing.
• Prosecutors suspect the owners of negligence and attempts to intimidate witnesses.

This was reported by Associated Press, The Independent.

Owner of the Club Arrested After the Tragedy

On June 12, 2025, the owner of a well-known nightclub, Antonio Espailat, and his sister Maribel Espailat were arrested in the Dominican Republic. This occurred following the roof collapse of the club that resulted in 236 deaths in April.

Circumstances of the Tragedy

The roof collapse happened on April 8, 2025, during a performance by popular singer Ruby Perez. After the incident, rescuers worked tirelessly for 53 hours, saving 189 individuals.

Investigation Continues

Although charges have not yet been filed against the Espailats, prosecutors believe they exhibited negligence and disregard by failing to take measures to prevent the collapse. They are also suspected of attempting to intimidate witnesses.

Notable Victims

Among the deceased were not only singers but also prominent figures such as the governor of the Montecristi province, Nelsy Cruz, and former baseball player Octavio Dotel.

Next Steps

An investigation is currently underway, led by a commission that includes international experts, to determine the causes of the roof collapse of the club, which had been in operation for over 40 years.

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