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12 Train Collision Victims Still Hospitalized in Bekasi

From Tempo · (1h ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • 12 people injured in a train collision in Bekasi, Indonesia, remain hospitalized as of May 7, 2026.
  • The accident involved the KA Argo Bromo Anggrek and a KRL train, with investigations ongoing.
  • Police have interviewed 39 witnesses, including those from PT Kereta Api Indonesia and Green SM ride-hailing service, as the cause is investigated.

The collision between the KA Argo Bromo Anggrek and a KRL train in Bekasi serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for enhanced safety protocols on our nation's railways. While the investigation into the exact cause is underway, the fact that 12 individuals are still receiving medical attention underscores the severity of the incident.

As of May 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM Western Indonesian Time, 12 victims of the train accident in Bekasi are still being treated in the hospital.

โ€” Budi HermantoHead of Public Relations for the Greater Jakarta Police, providing an update on the condition of the victims.

Tempo, as a publication deeply invested in the well-being of Indonesians, will continue to follow this story closely. We are committed to bringing our readers the latest updates on the investigation, the condition of the victims, and any measures taken to prevent future tragedies. The involvement of multiple hospitals in treating the injured highlights the widespread impact of this accident.

There was a collision involving the train and the vehicle.

โ€” Sandhi WiedyanoeHead of Traffic Accident Data Collection, Processing, and Analysis Section of the National Police, explaining the initial incident.

It is crucial that PT Kereta Api Indonesia and all related entities cooperate fully with the authorities to determine accountability and implement necessary improvements. The public deserves transparency and assurance that their safety is the utmost priority. We will push for answers and ensure that lessons are learned from this unfortunate event.

The speed was 110 kilometers per hour.

โ€” Sandhi WiedyanoeHead of Traffic Accident Data Collection, Processing, and Analysis Section of the National Police, describing the speed of the KA Argo Bromo Anggrek.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.