As if it were a exposure that honors the memory collective, dozens of people approached this Holy Saturday To the place where, until recently, the emblematic disco worked Jet Set.
The space, now reduced to rubble, was the scene of the third tragedy more shocking in the history of Dominican Republic. The early hours of Tuesday, April 8, the structure collapsed suddenly during a party, leaving, so far, 232 fatalities.
In the middle of the ruling Easter weeksome visitors arrived at the place wearing beach clothes, evidencing that they had made an intentional stop before heading to their destinations vacation.
Many left flowerscandles and messages in front of an improvised memorial where the photographs of the victims rest.
Although several assured that they did not personally know anyone affected by the incident, the atmosphere of duel It was palpable. Discreet tears, silent hugs and lost looks confirmed the existence of a pain collective.
Among those present there were also those who did lose loved ones. Evelyn Hernándezvisibly affected, went to the place to pay tribute to her friend Gisselle Already a co -worker, both killed by the collapse.
“The feeling is inexplicable,” he said. “Dominican Republic He will not overcome it, except those we had known here. “Evelyn shared that he worked with Gisselle For five years and remembered her as an unconditional friend.
The tragedy also touched the heart of foreigners They have made life in the country. Lucy Martíneza Venezuelan with seven years residing in Dominican RepublicHe said he lost a great friend on the night of the disaster.
“Roger It was a good one buddya family father, “he said, adding that, unfortunately, he died immediately with his wife.
Lucy works in the sector hotelier and gastronomicand explained that many of the victims were also Venezuelan who worked in the night and entertainment environment. “I saw them, I knew who they were … and it’s strong,” he added.
Although he only visited Jet Set Once, Lucy remembers that the place of the place did not transmit good energies. “I am very superstitious,” he confessed. After his first party there, he never wanted to return.
“That transmits how darkness“He once told a friend who invited her again. Although he works in the world area nightFortunately, he never had to return for work reasons to the disappeared disco today.
Sanctuary of duel
- 11 days after disasterpeople continue to reach the place. And, although the structure no longer exists, the impact of what happened remains as alive as the memory of those who left.
