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Green SM Taxi Supports Investigation into Bekasi Train Collision

From Tempo · (11m ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Green SM Indonesia has issued a statement regarding the train collision in Bekasi on April 27, 2026, involving one of their vehicles.
  • The company is cooperating with authorities and fully supports the ongoing investigation into the incident.
  • Green SM Indonesia reaffirms its commitment to high safety standards and will provide verified updates as they become available.

Green SM Indonesia has officially addressed the concerning train collision that occurred near Bekasi Station on the evening of April 27, 2026. The incident, which involved one of the company's taxi vehicles and resulted in a collision between two trains, has prompted a swift statement from the company. As reported by Tempo, Green SM Indonesia has expressed its full attention to the matter and has pledged complete cooperation with the ongoing investigation.

Green SM Indonesia pays full attention to the incident that occurred in the crossing area near Bekasi Timur Station on April 27, 2026, which involved a Green SM vehicle and a passing train.

โ€” Green SM Indonesia ManagementOfficial statement regarding the train collision.

The company has provided relevant information to the authorities and is committed to transparency. Their statement, released via their official Instagram account, assures the public that they are supporting the investigation process. This incident, where a commuter train reportedly stopped due to a taxi obstructing the tracks before being hit by a speeding express train from behind, has understandably raised questions about safety protocols at such intersections.

We will continue to provide the latest developments as verified information becomes available.

โ€” Green SM Indonesia ManagementCommitment to transparency and updates on the investigation.

Green SM Indonesia reiterated its dedication to maintaining high safety standards through its operational systems and oversight. They have promised to share further verified information as it becomes available, demonstrating a responsible approach to a serious event. Meanwhile, PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) has confirmed that 6 passengers on the KRL died and 80 were injured, with KAI covering all medical and funeral expenses for the victims, underscoring the gravity of the situation.

Our focus right now is ensuring all victims receive the best treatment and continuing to coordinate with all parties so that the handling process proceeds smoothly.

โ€” Anne PurbaVice President of Corporate Communication at PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI), on victim support.
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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.