Two-train collision near Jakarta leaves at least four dead and dozens injured

Two trains collided on the same track outside Jakarta, near Bekasi Timur Station. Initial reports said at least four people were killed and dozens injured as a stationary commuter train was hit from behind by a long-distance train. State media reported the collision occurred about 25km (15.5 miles) from Jakarta. Anne Purba, a spokesperson for state-owned railway operator KAI, confirmed four deaths and said 38 people had been taken to nearby hospitals. Rescue efforts were under way to free passengers trapped in the wreckage, with Jakarta Police Chief Insp Gen Asep Edi Suheri stating six or seven people remained trapped. Deputy Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad visited the site and cautioned that the death toll could rise. The incident occurred while Indonesia's public transport network is described as having a high accident rate, in part due to ageing infrastructure and poor maintenance.

In January 2024, several people were killed and dozens more injured when two trains collided in a rice field in Cicalengka.