Liga Asuransi – Hello, risk takers! We are back with various news related to accident incidents in Indonesia which attracts all of our attention. Risk can come to anyone, anywhere, and at any time.
Although we cannot predict when an accident will occur, we can minimize its impact by prioritizing safety.
In this article, we have collected seven accident news stories that will deepen our understanding of the importance of safety in everyday life. Let’s remain alert and take care of ourselves and our loved ones around us.
Deadly Accident on Solo-Ngawi Toll Road, Elf Car Seriously Damaged After Hitting Truck and Six People Killed, Dozens Others Injured
Boyolali, July 13 2024 – A tragic accident occurred at Kilometer 497+800 B of the Solo-Ngawi Toll Road, Ngemplak District, Boyolali Regency, Central Java, early Saturday morning at around 04.00 WIB. This incident involved an Isuzu Elf minibus and a truck loaded with light bricks, resulting in six people dying on the spot.
The Isuzu Elf minibus with license plate number AG 7710 V crashed into the back of the truck H 8593 NG which was carrying a load of light bricks. As a result of the collision, the left side of the Elf’s body, which was carrying a group of tourists from Surabaya to Yogyakarta, was damaged. “They will carry out a tour from Surabaya to Yogyakarta, there are 22 passengers,” said Boyolali Resort Police Chief (Kapolres) AKBP Petrus Parningotan Silalahi, quoted from Antara.
In this incident, six of the 22 Elf passengers died, while 14 other people suffered minor injuries, and two people escaped without injury.
Alleged Cause of Accident
The Boyolali Police together with the Traffic Accident Analysis (TAA) team of the Central Java Regional Police (Polda) and related parties have carried out a crime scene investigation (TKP). Based on the results of the interim investigation, the accident is thought to have been caused by the minibus driver being sleepy. Additionally, there are suggestions that the Elf was overloaded, which may have caused the brakes to not function properly. “Whether the overcapacity results in the brakes not functioning properly, we will later develop the inquiry and investigation by inviting several experts,” explained the Boyolali Police Chief.
The fatalities in this accident have been taken to Pandan Arang Regional Hospital, Boyolali, while other injured victims were rushed to UNS Hospital and Dr Moewardi Regional Hospital, Solo.
Accident Background
The group of tourists in the minibus planned to go on a tourist trip from Surabaya to Yogyakarta. Unfortunately, their trip turns into a tragedy when the minibus crashes into a truck on the highway. Police officers and medical teams immediately arrived at the location to provide assistance and evacuation.
Follow-up Efforts
The police will continue to investigate the exact cause of this accident. Driver fatigue factors and possible overloading will be the main focus of further investigation. The authorities will also coordinate with experts to obtain a more in-depth analysis of the incident.
This accident is a reminder of the importance of safety when driving, especially on toll roads which require high concentration and caution. Vehicle fatigue and overcapacity can have fatal consequences, as happened in this tragic incident in Boyolali.
Source : https://regional.kompas.com/read/2024/07/13/162907778/6-orang-tewas-kecelakaan-di-tol-boyolali-elf-ringsek-usai-tabrak-truk
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Work Accident While Transporting Palm Oil with Jonder at PT MSS, East Seluma. One Killed and One Seriously Injured
Seluma, July 13 2024 – A tragic work accident occurred at PT MSS, Talang Sali Village, East Seluma District, Seluma Regency, on Saturday afternoon. This incident resulted in Melson Effendi (44), a resident of Napan Village, Talo Kecil District, dying on the spot, while his co-worker, Qomar Herwandi (43), suffered a broken leg and serious bruises.
Head of Seluma Police, Bengkulu Regional Police, AKBP Arif Eko Prasetyo, through Talo Police Chief Iptu Moh Haryanto, explained that the accident occurred when the two victims were transporting fresh fruit bunches (FFB) from palm oil using jonders in a plantation owned by PT MSS. “They are releasing palm oil fruit in the plantation, and transporting the FFB using jonders to the company’s holding area,” he said.
The tragedy began when the jonder they were using crossed a downhill and slippery road. The heavily loaded vehicle suddenly overturned, crushing Melson and causing his death on the spot. Qomar was thrown away as a result of the accident, suffering a broken leg and bruises.
“After the incident, the victim was immediately taken by PT MSS car to Tais Regional Hospital. Examination showed that Melson was dead, while Qomar was referred to M Yunus Regional Hospital, Bengkulu for further treatment,” explained the Police Chief.
This incident sparked tension between the Melson family and PT MSS. It is suspected that the commotion occurred because the victim’s family accused the company of neglecting to provide adequate work protection equipment.
Chronology of Events:
- Location: PT MSS Garden, Talang Sali Village, East Seluma District.
- Time: Saturday, July 13 2024, afternoon.
- Victim:
- Melson Effendi (44): Died on the spot.
- Qomar Herwandi (43): Suffering from a broken leg and bruises, he was treated at M Yunus Regional Hospital, Bengkulu.
Cause of Accident:
The accident occurred when a jonder full of TBS crossed a downhill and slippery road, causing the vehicle to overturn. Melson was hit by a jonder, while Qomar was thrown away.
Post Event Actions:
- Melson was taken to Tais Regional Hospital, where he was declared dead.
- Qomar was referred to RSUD M Yunus Bengkulu for further treatment.
Disputes with the Company:
The Melson family was involved in a dispute with PT MSS, accusing the company of being negligent in providing work safety equipment. The family demands that the company be held responsible for the accident that claimed Melson’s life.
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A worker is suspected of drowning in the Karian Dam, Lebak. Pipe Installation Ends in Tragedy
Sampit, Tuesday (9/7/2024) – A dump truck loaded with oil palm fruit overturned on Jalan Tjilik Riwut, Sampit, East Kotawaringin Regency (Kotim). This incident caused traffic jams in the area.
Ilham, a resident who happened to be passing by, said that the yellow dump truck rolled over after the rear tire of the truck collapsed into a ditch on the side of the road. “I passed by the truck and it had rolled over. Meanwhile the back tire of the truck collapsed and then rolled over,” said Ilham.
Head of the Kotim Police Traffic Unit, AKP Firdaus Canggih, through the Head of the Traffic Police Unit Ipda Yuly, confirmed this incident. He said that there were no casualties in the incident. “So this truck was parked, the driver was defecating. When he returned, perhaps the culvert wasn’t holding up enough, in the end it collapsed and rolled over. Members have gone to the crime scene to regulate traffic so it doesn’t get stuck,” explained Ipda Yuly.
Currently, the truck is still in the process of being evacuated. As a result of this incident, traffic on Jalan Tjilik Riwut experienced traffic jams. Authorities worked quickly to ensure traffic flow continued smoothly and truck evacuations proceeded safely.
Source : https://news.detik.com/berita/d-7440365/hendak-pasang-pipa-bendungan-karian-satu-pekerja-hilang-diduga-tenggelam
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Tragedy of the Rembang fishing boat that sank in Karimun Java, 6 crew members have not been found
A tragedy befell the KM fishing boat. Sonnet from Rembang, which had an accident and sank in Karimunjawa waters, Jepara, Central Java on July 11 2024. This ship departed to fish in the waters of northern Java on July 6 2024 and carried 16 crew members.
Head of the Semarang Search and Rescue Office, Budiono, revealed that the Sadewa SAR Team continues to make maximum efforts to search for the 6 crew members who have not yet been found, namely Muntari, Tamuri, Salam, Jaidi, Samani and Damuri. “We received information from the Tegal City Police Polairud that early this morning KM. Bintang Barokah carrying 9 crew members of KM. Soneta had docked,” said Budiono.
This ship is known to have experienced a leak while sailing in Karimunjawa waters at 13.00 WIB, where the waves reached a height of 2.5 meters accompanied by strong winds and strong currents. When the ship started to sink, the crew members tried to survive using jerry cans and other items that could float before finally jumping into the sea.
Even though they tried together to survive, violent waves separated several crew members after 3 days of the incident. The search team has made efforts around the crime scene with a reach of 4 nautical miles to the west and east but have not succeeded in finding them.
The search is still ongoing in the hope of finding all the crew members who are still missing. Their families and relatives hope that search efforts will soon produce positive results.
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Theft of Iron Pipes Belonging to PT. Pertamina Hulu Rokan
The Bengkalis Police succeeded in arresting two suspects who were suspected of committing the crime of theft by weighting (Curat) and an iron pipe cistern belonging to PT. Pertamina Hulu Rokan (PHR). This incident occurred in the Borowpit Laban PHR Area, Bathin Solapan District, on June 27 and July 13 2024.
Head of the Bengkalis Police Criminal Investigation Unit, AKP Gian Wiatma Jonimandala, revealed that the two suspects, AS (37 years) and AHH (42 years), had admitted their actions. AS is located at Jalan Rokan Gang Rose, while AHH is at Jalan Simpang Karet Km.14, Address Boncah Mahang Village, Bathin Solapan District.
“We arrested the two suspects on Sunday, July 14 2024, at 22.00 WIB on Jalan Rokan Gang Rose. Together with them, we succeeded in confiscating evidence in the form of iron pipes with a total loss value of Rp. 5 million,” explained Gian Wiatma Jonimandala.
The arrest process was carried out after a report from PT PHR. The Opsnal Team from the Bengkalis Police worked together with PT ABB security to carry out intensive investigations around the scene of the incident. “As a result, we succeeded in securing AS and interrogating him and obtaining information regarding AHH’s role as a collector of stolen goods,” he added.
Currently, the two suspects and their evidence have been secured for further investigation at BKO 125 Duri. The police continue to monitor developments in this case seriously in order to maintain security and order in the Bengkalis area.
Source : https://www.rri.co.id/kriminalitas/829669/penadah-dan-pencuri-besi-pt-phr-di-tangkap
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Huge Fire at Mojokerto Plastic Seeds Warehouse, Two Trucks Burnt Down
Mojokerto, 15 July 2024 – A major fire broke out at a plastic pellet processing and storage warehouse in Mlaten Village, Puri District, Mojokerto Regency, on Monday afternoon. Thick black smoke and flames quickly engulfed the outside of the warehouse and spread to the middle of the building.
Mojokerto Fire Department (Damkar) officers who arrived at the location tried to extinguish the fire from outside the building. However, the extinguishing process was hampered because the warehouse door was locked from the inside. Firefighters together with the Mojokerto Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) team finally managed to break down the door and enter the warehouse to extinguish the fire.
Apart from the pile of plastic pellets, two trucks in the warehouse were also burnt down. One of the residents, Didit, initially thought the fire was just ordinary rubbish burning and didn’t pay much attention to it. However, when the fire got bigger, residents realized that a big fire had occurred.
“Earlier, at a quarter past 2, I thought it wasn’t a fire, the rubbish was deliberately set on fire. We thought it was only five minutes past 2, there was a fire and the fire was getting bigger,” he said.
This plastic processing and storage warehouse is known to be tightly closed without a company nameplate and was established about a year ago. The fire was successfully extinguished after four fire engines were deployed to the location. Within an hour, the fire was under control.
As a result of this fire, an employee suffered an injury to his leg because he tried to get out of the warehouse by jumping over the wall. The employee immediately received medical treatment from the PMI team on site.
Until now, the exact cause of the fire is still being investigated by the authorities. This fire reminds the importance of security and safety systems in the workplace to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Source : https://news.okezone.com/read/2024/07/16/519/3034812/kebakaran-gudang-plastik-di-mojokerto-2-truk-ludes-dilalap-api
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Severe Fire Burns Fertilizer Shop in West Jakarta, Losses Reach Billions of Rupiah
Jakarta, July 14 2024 – A major fire hit the Anugerah Jaya Tani Pupuk Shop on Jalan Kembang Kerep, North Meruya, Kembangan, West Jakarta on Sunday afternoon. This fire is thought to have been sparked by sparks from welding work carried out at the shop.
Fariz, one of the employees and an eyewitness to the incident, revealed that the sparks from the welder might have hit the plastic and cardboard around the work area. “Earlier there was a welder, maybe the sparks caught on the plastic and cardboard,” he said.
The store is currently in the process of renovation to upgrade and expand the building. “The welder here is currently renovating the building. The plan is to raise or expand this shop,” said Fariz.
Losses due to this fire are estimated at billions of rupiah. Fariz explained that the anti-mosquito bed nets stored in the shop have a unit price of around IDR 300,000, and there are thousands of sacks inside. “The unit price for mosquito nets is around IDR 300,000, while there are thousands of sacks inside. Yes, it’s around billions,” he explained.
The fire was reported to have occurred at around 11.30 WIB. Half an hour later, firefighters arrived at the location to extinguish the fire. “I was in the mess room. Then there was smoke and people screaming. Finally I came out. It turned out to be a fire,” said Fariz.
According to Disway.id’s monitoring at the scene, there were four fire trucks, one ambulance, a number of police officers and one emergency vehicle belonging to the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI). So far, the fire has been successfully extinguished although thick clouds of smoke can still be seen in the air.
Luckily, there were no casualties in this incident. However, the material losses incurred reached billions of rupiah. As a result of this fire, Jalan Kembang Kerep was observed to be jammed because firefighters were still busy carrying out the extinguishing and evacuation process.
Road users are advised to avoid the area because the evacuation and fire extinguishing process is still ongoing at this time.
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