DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

The First Court of Instruction of the National District has rescheduled the preliminary hearing against Antonio and Maribel Espaillat, owners of the iconic Jet Set nightclub, for Monday, 16 March 2026. The adjournment was granted to ensure all parties involved in the legal process are formally notified. El Dia reports that the Attorney General Office has received 346 claims of the at least 365 deaths caused by the collapse of the concrete roof on patrons and staff.

Presiding Judge Raymundo Mejía announced that once the proceedings resume, sessions will be held every Monday to maintain a consistent schedule for the high-profile case.

The hearing aims to determine if there is sufficient evidence to send the Espaillat siblings to a plenary trial. They face charges stemming from the catastrophic roof collapse on 8 April 2024, which resulted in at least 236 deaths and dozens of injuries.

The atmosphere at the Palace of Justice was charged with emotion on Monday morning...