DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

A heartwarming story of entrepreneurship is trending as Gregory Adames, the key witness in the Jet Set Club roof collapse case, has received widespread public support for his “catibias” (yucca plus fillings) business following a social media push.

The intersection of tragedy and entrepreneurship has captured the national attention through the story of Adames. The former employee of the Jet Set nightclub is regarded as the key witness in the investigation into the April 2025 roof collapse that killed 236 people. The technical report on the collapse, which occurred during a Rubby Pérez concert, attributes the collapse to inadequate structural support and the weight of equipment on the roof. The file on the case reveals that Adames on numerous occasions had notified the owners of the need to carry out major works and the vulnerabilities of the roof.

Adames, worked as a waiter...