Octavio Dotel among survivors of harrowing Dominican Republic roof collapse

Octavio Dotel, a former MLB pitcher who won a World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2011, found himself in a harrowing situation when the roof of a nightclub in the Dominican Republic collapsed while he was inside. According to reports from the New York Post, Dotel was among those trapped under the rubble at the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo.

Fortunately, Dotel was eventually rescued from the wreckage, along with seven others, including singer Rubby Pérez. The incident, which occurred during a merengue concert attended by politicians, athletes, and other patrons, resulted in more than two dozen casualties and left 160 people injured, as per authorities speaking to The Associated Press.

Rescue efforts continued for nearly 12 hours after the collapse, with firefighters and emergency crews working tirelessly to extract survivors from the debris. The cause of the roof collapse remains unknown at this time.

Jet Set nightclub released a statement expressing their cooperation with authorities and their deep sorrow over the loss of life. Dotel, known for playing for 13 different MLB teams over his 15-year career, made his debut with the New York Mets and last played for the Detroit Tigers in 2013. He was part of the Cardinals team that clinched the 2011 World Series title against the Texas Rangers.

The Associated Press contributed to this report, shedding light on the tragic events that unfolded at the nightclub. As the community mourns the lives lost and the injuries sustained, the investigation into the collapse continues to uncover more details.

Chantz Martin, a sports writer for Fox News Digital, reported on this incident, highlighting the bravery of rescue workers and the resilience of survivors in the face of such a devastating event. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage for updates on this story and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter for the latest news in the world of sports.