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4 killed in second Indonesia train crash in days

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Updated 1.5.2026
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May 1, 2026

1 articles|1 sources
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South China Morning Post5d ago

4 killed in second Indonesia train crash in days

Four people, including two children, died in Indonesia on Friday when a train collided with a car at a level crossing in Central Java province. The car's driver reportedly failed to see the approaching train due to thick fog. The impact sent the car, which was carrying nine occupants, approximately 20 meters before it struck a pole and landed in a rice field. This incident marks the second fatal train crash in Indonesia within days, following another deadly collision near Jakarta. The police attributed the cause of Friday's crash to poor visibility.

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A train hit a car in Central Java, killing four people including two children.

— Eko Ari Kisworo

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The car involved in the collision was carrying nine people.

— Eko Ari Kisworo

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The incident occurred days after another deadly train crash outside the capital Jakarta.

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The driver of the car did not see the oncoming train on a level crossing due to thick fog.

— Eko Ari Kisworo

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The car was flung about 20m before hitting a pole and flipping into a rice field.

— Eko Ari Kisworo

Apr 28, 2026

4 articles|3 sources
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Al JazeeraApr 28

Survivors of deadly Indonesia train crash pulled from wreckage

A deadly train collision occurred late Monday in Bekasi, Indonesia, involving two passenger trains. The crash resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals and left dozens more injured. Emergency responders worked to extract survivors from the mangled wreckage. The cause of the collision is currently under investigation. Authorities are continuing rescue and recovery efforts at the scene.

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The Guardian - World NewsApr 28

Train collision in Indonesia kills seven as rescuers work to reach survivors

A collision between a commuter train and a long-distance train near Jakarta, Indonesia, has resulted in at least 14 fatalities and 84 injuries. The incident occurred late Monday at Bekasi Timur station when the commuter train reportedly stopped on the tracks after a taxi incident at a level crossing. Rescuers are working to extract survivors still trapped in the mangled wreckage, describing the process as delicate due to victims being pinned by train debris. One survivor recounted the sudden impact and the chaotic aftermath, fearing suffocation and the fate of those trapped beneath her. The train operator stated the death toll had risen to 14 as of Tuesday morning, with evacuation efforts ongoing.

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BBC News - WorldApr 28

BBC reports from scene of fatal Indonesia train crash

A fatal train crash occurred in Bekasi, Indonesia, resulting in at least 15 fatalities. The incident involved a collision between a train and the female-only carriage of a commuter train. The BBC reported from the scene of the accident. While the exact cause of the crash is not detailed, the event highlights a significant transportation disaster. The focus of the reporting is on the immediate aftermath and the tragic loss of life.

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At least 15 people have died following a train crash in Bekasi.

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A train crashed into the female-only carriage of a commuter train.

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The incident occurred in Bekasi, Indonesia.

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14 people have been confirmed dead and more than 80 injured in a collision involving two trains near Jakarta.

— KAI rail company

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The crash occurred at Bekasi city’s rail station between a commuter line train and a long-distance train.

— Karina Amanda

Apr 27, 2026

2 articles|2 sources
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BBC News - WorldApr 27

At least four killed and dozens injured in Indonesia train crash

At least four people were killed and dozens injured in a train crash at Bekasi Timur Station in Indonesia on Monday evening. The incident began when a commuter train struck a taxi on the rail crossing, causing a second train to stop. Approximately an hour later, a third train collided with a stationary carriage of the second train as it entered the station. Authorities reported that six to seven individuals were trapped in the carriages, and eyewitnesses described scenes of panic and numerous injuries. KAI and insurance will cover all medical and funeral expenses. This accident highlights Indonesia's ongoing issues with public transport safety, including aging infrastructure and maintenance problems, following a similar fatal collision in January 2024.

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South China Morning PostApr 27

4 killed and dozens injured in train crash outside Jakarta

A long-distance train collided with a stationary commuter train outside Jakarta, Indonesia, on Monday night, resulting in at least 14 fatalities and dozens of injuries. The crash occurred near Bekasi Timur station, east of the capital. Rescue operations concluded Tuesday morning after nearly 12 hours, with crews working to extract victims from the mangled carriages. Indonesian President Joko Widodo has ordered an investigation into the incident. The cause of the collision is currently under investigation.

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Key Claims

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At least four people were killed and dozens injured in a train crash involving one taxi and three commuter trains.

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Medical expenses for the injured and funeral expenses for the deceased will be fully covered by KAI and insurance.

— authorities

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The Bekasi Timur Station will be closed to commuters for the rest of Tuesday.

— authorities

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Six or seven people remained trapped inside the carriages following the collision.

— Jakarta Police Chief Insp Gen Asep Edi Suheri

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Indonesia's public transport network has a high accident rate due to ageing infrastructure and poor maintenance.