NYC Mayor Adams visits Dominican Republic roof collapse site
Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse latest
An official says the death toll following the nightclub roof collapse in the Dominican Republic has climbed to 221. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the latest details.
NEW YORK - New York City Mayor Eric Adams visited the Dominican Republic to honor the victims of a tragic nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, which claimed more than 200 lives.
His visit underscores the connection between NYC and its Dominican community, with 700,000 residents representing 8% of the city's population.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams pays his respects to the more than 200 people who died at the Jet Set nightclub after its roof collapsed in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Monday, April 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Ricardo Hernandez)
What we know:
Adams arrived on Monday, meeting with police and local authorities before visiting the Jet Set club site, where the collapse occurred during a concert on April 7.
He was welcomed by Victor D’Aza, president of the Dominican Municipal League, who emphasized the need for stricter supervision and compliance with construction regulations.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, second from left, carries a wreath at the Jet Set nightclub as he pays his respects to the more than 200 people who died after its roof collapsed in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Monday, April 14, 2025. (AP Photo/
Rescue efforts saved 189 people, with 12 still hospitalized, including three in critical condition. The tally of victims rose Monday from 226 to 231, according to Interior Minister Faride Raful.
The cause of the roof collapse remains under investigation.
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"This has to be a lesson for more effective supervision, for rigor in compliance with the rules. This is a wake-up call," D'Aza told The Associated Press.
What's next:
Mayor Adams is scheduled to attend a Mass in the evening to further pay his respects.
Adams's visit comes amid his preparation for reelection as an independent, following a bribery scandal and criticism from Democratic supporters over his relationship with Republican President Donald Trump.
The Source: This article uses reporting from the Associated Press.