DR Club Collapse: Owner Arrested After 236 Deaths
- SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — Antonio Espaillat, owner of the Jet Set nightclub, and his sister Maribel Espaillat were arrested Thursday in connection with the April roof collapse...
- prosecutors have accused the Espaillats of attempting to intimidate potential witnesses.
- Miguel Valerio, the Espaillats' lawyer, anticipates receiving the prosecution's evidence soon.
The owner and sister of the Dominican Republic’s Jet Set nightclub, where a roof collapse tragically claimed 236 lives in April, now face arrest. Authorities accuse Antonio Espaillat and his sister Maribel Espaillat of immense negligence, sparking widespread outrage. This devastating nightclub collapse marks a significant moment, with a prominent businessman at its center. News Directory 3 is following the story closely. The legal proceedings are set to unfold,with the defense already preparing its case. Uncover the full scope of the accusations and discover what’s revealed next.
Owner, Sister Arrested in Dominican nightclub Collapse That Killed 236
Updated June 13, 2025
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — Antonio Espaillat, owner of the Jet Set nightclub, and his sister Maribel Espaillat were arrested Thursday in connection with the April roof collapse that killed 236 people and injured more than 180. The Attorney General’s Office said the pair displayed “immense irresponsibility and negligence” by not preventing the disaster.
prosecutors have accused the Espaillats of attempting to intimidate potential witnesses. Antonio Espaillat is a prominent businessman in the Dominican Republic, owning multiple entertainment venues and radio stations.
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Miguel Valerio, the Espaillats’ lawyer, anticipates receiving the prosecution’s evidence soon. He characterized the incident as “an involuntary homicide,” stating,”Nobody wanted that to happen.”
prior to the arrests, Altanto TV reported an interview with Gregory Adamés, a former Jet Set employee, who claimed he provided prosecutors with evidence of warnings