At least 113 people dead after Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse, authorities say

At least 113 people are known to have died when the roof of a Dominican Republic nightclub collapsed on Tuesday morning, and 155 transfers have been taken to local hospitals, officials said early Wednesday.

 Juan Manuel Méndez, director of the country’s Emergency Operations Center, said in a Wednesday press conference that the Dominican navy and fire service were involved in rescue efforts.

Among the victims in the deadly collapse include two former MLB players and a governor.

Méndez also confirmed the death of Rubby Pérez, the popular merengue singer who was performing at the club during the disaster. His body was pulled from the rubble by rescuers.