SANTO DOMINGO – Ten months after the collapse of the Jet Set nightclub roof—a tragedy that left more than 230 dead and hundreds injured—dozens of people gathered yesterday, February 8, 2026, in front of the site of the disaster to participate in a collective prayer and demand justice. The gathering was marked by silence, prolonged embraces, and a shared sense of grief that has yet to end.
Family members, survivors, and loved ones offered prayers in memory of the victims while holding photographs and flowers. The prayer was not only a spiritual act; it also became a space to reiterate the call for the legal process to move forward with clarity and clearly defined responsibilities. Among those present, brief but powerful phrases were heard that summarized the shared sentiment: Never forget, and continue demanding answers.
An act of faith that was also a demand
Many arrived dressed in white, a color that reinforced the atmosphere of reverence. Some people closed their eyes as prayers were recited; others clutched portraits to their chests, as if that gesture helped keep alive the connection with those who were no longer with them. The surroundings were transformed at times into an impromptu altar where each object—a flower, a candle, an image—seemed to speak without words.
During the event , former employees of the establishment also spoke , stating that the tragedy could have been avoided. Their remarks, listened to attentively by those present, added a different dimension to the gathering: that of direct testimony. Their statements reinforced the feeling that there are still unanswered questions and that the legal process is a key element in clarifying what happened.
A video that captures the silence and the emotion
El Inmobiliario also recorded exclusive video footage of the moment when dozens of people gathered in front of photographs of the victims to participate in a collective prayer. The recording shows attendees approaching respectfully, some remaining silent while others placed flowers at the feet of the images, transforming the space into a visible and deeply symbolic memorial.
In the background, a prayer accompanies the scene and reinforces the somber tone. Several people keep their heads bowed, while others contemplate the photographs for several seconds before slowly leaving. The video conveys a sense of shared grief, where every gesture—from a flower to a lingering gaze—seems to express the need to remember and keep alive the presence of those who are no longer with us.
A legal process that continues to capture public attention
The day's events unfold as the case continues its course in the courts. Siblings Antonio and Maribel Espaillat, linked to the management of the premises, have insisted on the need for an independent technical counter-assessment and have rejected any demolition or alteration of the structure until the corresponding analyses are completed, as previously reported by El Inmobiliario.
The process is in its preliminary phase, with complaints filed by family members and survivors, expert reports under discussion, and debates about potential criminal and civil liabilities. The investigation has also reignited the national debate on the oversight of private buildings, safety in entertainment venues, and enforcement mechanisms.
Ten months after the collapse, the scene outside the former Jet Set confirms that grief is not measured solely by the calendar. Amid prayers, testimonies, and calls for justice, the site continues to be a meeting point for those seeking to keep the memory alive and support the path toward clarifying the facts.
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