Liga Asuransi – A series of tragic accidents rocked various parts of the world in recent days, claiming dozens of lives and causing enormous damage. From the fatal incident of a truck brake failure at the Ciawi Toll Gate to plane crashes in the United States and Brazil, each event left deep sorrow for the victims and their families. In this report, we summarize seven recent shocking incidents, as well as a look at the insurance and risk management relevant to each incident.
Truck Brakes Fail at Ciawi Toll Gate, 8 People Died and 3 Vehicles Burned
The atmosphere at the Ciawi Toll Gate (GT), Bogor, suddenly turned tense on Tuesday (4/2/2025) at 23.30 WIB. A truck loaded with gallons experienced brake failure and crashed into six vehicles in front of it, causing a tragic accident that claimed lives.
8 Victims Died, 11 People Injured
This fatal accident caused 19 victims, with 8 people dying on the spot and 11 others suffering injuries. All injured victims were immediately rushed to Ciawi Regional Hospital to receive medical treatment.
“The total number of victims was 19 people, of whom 8 died and 11 were injured,” said Head of Traffic Unit for Bogor City Police, Commissioner Yudiono.
Gallon Truck Suspected of Having Brake Failure
According to reports, the truck traveling from Ciawi to Jakarta experienced brake failure and lost control. The truck hit five minibuses and a sedan, causing three vehicles to catch fire and three others to be seriously damaged.
“Three vehicles burned down, while three others were damaged,” explained Bogor City Police Chief, Commissioner Eko Prasetyo.
Toll Gate Closed, Traffic Diverted
Videos circulating on social media show the tense atmosphere when the fire broke out amid a crowd of vehicles. Ciawi 2 Toll Gate is temporarily closed for the evacuation process.
“For the time being, vehicles heading to Jakarta have been diverted to the Bogor 2 Toll Road,” said Rafli, a Jasa Marga call center officer.
Victims were evacuated to Ciawi Regional Hospital
Head of Public Relations of the West Java Regional Police, Police Commissioner Jules Abraham Abast, stated that all the victims had been taken to the Ciawi Regional Hospital for further data collection.
“Victims who suffered minor or serious injuries are currently undergoing treatment. Meanwhile, victims who died have been evacuated,” he explained.
The truck driver is still being treated, he cannot be examined yet
The police are still investigating the exact cause of the accident, but the truck driver cannot be questioned because he is still in intensive care.
“The driver is still being treated, he cannot be examined further,” said Jules.
Of the total 11 injured victims, 5 people have been allowed to go home, while 6 others are still undergoing treatment.
Survivor’s Testimony: “Suddenly I Fell Off!”
Ari, a worker at a toll gate, described the terrible moments when the accident occurred. He, who was on duty at the toll booth, suddenly heard a loud bang before his body was thrown away.
“I don’t know what I hit, suddenly everything was damaged and the fire broke out,” said Ari while undergoing treatment at the Ciawi Regional Hospital.
Deep Condolences of the Victim’s Family
The families of the victims who died were unable to contain their sadness. One of the victims, Yana Mulyana (41) from Sukabumi, lost her life in this incident. His wife and child who were in the car survived although they suffered injuries.
“Before leaving, he said to me, ‘Take care of your children and wife.’ “I didn’t expect those were his last words,” said Boy Anugrah, the victim’s friend.
Alleged e-Toll Transaction Problem Triggers Accidents?
Before the collision, Yana Mulyana allegedly experienced problems with an error in the e-Toll system, causing her car to stop at the toll gate.
“He called me and said the e-Toll had an error and he couldn’t get out. I told him not to get out of the car, but he still got out because he was having trouble. Not long after, the accident happened,” said a relative.
Until now, the police are still continuing to investigate to determine the main cause of this deadly accident.
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Business Jet Crashes into Plane at Scottsdale Airport, United States. 1 person died and 3 people are critical
The United States has been shocked again by a terrible plane crash. A business jet collided with another plane after landing at Scottsdale Airport, Arizona, Monday local time. This incident killed one person and left three others seriously injured.
Seconds of a Deadly Accident
According to the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) report, the Learjet 35A lost control after landing and hit a Gulfstream 200 business jet that was on the runway. The violent impact caused severe damage to both aircraft.
“We still cannot confirm how many people were on the plane. “For the time being, all flights to the airport have been stopped,” said an FAA spokesperson, quoted from AFP, Tuesday (11/2/2025).
Officers Struggle to Save Victims
Scottsdale fire crews were immediately dispatched to the crash site to carry out evacuations. One person is still trapped in the wreckage, while three other victims were rushed to hospital in critical condition.
“We have five victims, one died in hospital, while two are in critical condition. “One other victim is in stable condition,” a fire department representative said at a press conference.
Series of Air Crashes in the US
This incident adds to the long list of plane crashes in the United States in recent weeks. On January 30, a passenger jet collided with a military helicopter in Washington, killing 67 people on both planes.
Shortly afterward, a medical plane crashed in a dense Philadelphia neighborhood, killing seven people and injuring 19 others. Last week, a tragic accident also occurred in Alaska when a small plane crashed with 10 passengers on board, with no survivors.
Authorities are still conducting an in-depth investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident at Scottsdale Airport. Is this a technical factor or human error? The answer is still awaited.
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Small Plane Crashes on Sao Paulo Highway, Killing Pilot and Owner
A small plane had a tragic accident in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on Friday (7/2) morning. The plane crashed in the middle of a busy highway shortly after taking off from a nearby private airport. This incident claimed the lives of two people on board, namely the pilot, Gustavo Medeiros, and the plane owner, Marcio Carpena.
The accident occurred in the densely populated area of Barra Funda, west of the city of Sao Paulo. According to fire service reports, one part of the plane hit a bus, injuring a female passenger inside. Apart from that, a motorbike rider was also hit by debris from the crashed plane.
Not only that, four other people reportedly suffered minor injuries and were immediately rushed to the nearest hospital for medical treatment.
CCTV video broadcast by TV Globo showed the terrifying moments when the plane lost control and crashed on the highway, just meters from an intersection filled with vehicles. Other footage circulating shows the plane’s fuselage burning heavily, with firefighters struggling to put out the flames.
The plane was originally scheduled to fly to Porto Alegre in Rio Grande do Sul, but crashed less than 5 kilometers from the airport where it departed. Until now, the cause of the accident is still unknown, and the Brazilian Air Force has promised to carry out an investigation as soon as possible.
In recent years, Brazil has experienced a number of horrific small plane crashes. One of the most shocking incidents occurred last August in Vinhedo, near Sao Paulo, when a passenger plane crashed in the backyard of a house, killing 72 people.
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Bus falls into 35 meter ravine in Guatemala, 55 people die
A tragic accident rocked Guatemala on Monday morning (10/2/2025) when a bus skidded and fell into a 35 meter deep ravine under the Puente Belice bridge, located on the outskirts of Guatemala City. This terrible incident resulted in 55 people losing their lives.
Seconds of a Deadly Accident
According to a DW News report, the accident started when the bus collided with several small vehicles, causing the driver to lose control. The bus coming from Progreso, about 90 kilometers northeast of the capital, drove out of control, crashing into a metal guardrail before falling into a ravine.
Volunteer fire brigade spokesman, Oscar Sanchez, revealed that 53 bodies were found at the scene, while two other victims died after being rushed to San Juan de Dios Hospital. Apart from the fatalities, a number of passengers suffered serious injuries and are still undergoing intensive treatment.
Tragedy that Takes the Lives of Children
Among the fatalities, there were children who were also victims. Another fire department spokesman, Edwin Villagran, explained that the bus fell into a ravine and was partially submerged in a river contaminated with sewage. Footage shared by the rescue team showed the badly damaged bus and the bodies of several victims strewn around the crash site.
Government Research and Action
Initial investigations revealed that the bus was 30 years old, but still had an operating permit. Guatemala’s Communications Minister, Miguel Angel Diaz, said authorities were investigating possible excess passenger capacity and potential negligence in bus operations.
In response to this incident, the Guatemalan government deployed soldiers and disaster management teams to help evacuate victims. The Mayor of Guatemala, Ricardo Quinonez, also arranged an alternative route to reduce traffic jams around the accident site.
Guatemala’s President, Bernardo Arevalo, offered his condolences to the families of the victims and declared three days of national mourning. In his statement, he emphasized that the government would provide full support for the victim’s family.
Meanwhile, the Guatemalan Civil National Police promised to carry out a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of this accident, including the possibility of human negligence or poor road conditions.
This tragedy is a reminder of the importance of public transportation safety and strict supervision of operating fleets. The people of Guatemala are now waiting for the results of the investigation and concrete action from the government to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Crane Breaks at PKU Muhammadiyah Blora Hospital Project, 3 Workers Die Falling from a Height
A tragic work accident rocked the PKU Muhammadiyah Blora Hospital (RS) construction project in Jepon District, Blora Regency, on Saturday morning (8/2/2025). This horrific incident left three workers dead at the scene, while ten others were injured.
Seconds of a Deadly Incident
According to testimony from Susilo, a parking guard at the PKU Muhammadiyah Blora Hospital, the accident occurred when 13 workers climbed a crane to get to the fifth floor of the construction project. Suddenly, the crane’s safety rope broke, causing the workers to fall from a height of around 20 meters.
“When they went up to work, suddenly the rope broke. Dozens of workers fell from above. Three people died, the rest were injured,” said Susilo.
The three victims who died were Fadil, a resident of Dukuh Beluk, Puledagel Village, Jepon District; Marsono, resident of Seso Village, Jepon District; and Jami, a resident of Dukuh Weru, Temurejo Village, Blora District. Meanwhile, the injured victims are still undergoing intensive treatment at PKU Muhammadiyah Hospital, Blora.
Lack of PPE at the Project Site
The surprising fact was revealed that not all workers use adequate personal protective equipment (PPE). Susilo added, “So far there are workers who wear helmets, there are also those who don’t.”
Sugiyanto from the Community Activities Services Council (MPKU) of PKU Muhammadiyah Hospital revealed that the crane was carrying 13 workers when the incident occurred. “Three workers died. We are currently in the cleaning process so that when the family takes them they will be clean. Meanwhile, 10 others are still being treated in the emergency room,” he said.
The cause of the crane falling is still a mystery
The cause of the crane’s fall is still under investigation. Initial estimates say the crane fell when it was at a height of around 20 meters. However, Sugiyanto emphasized that his party did not yet know the exact cause.
“Not if the crane broke, sir. We’re just asking for information from the operator. We don’t know why it fell. Even though the crane had already risen twice,” he said.
Currently, the police are still investigating the crime scene (TKP) to reveal the exact cause of this accident. This tragedy is an important reminder of the importance of work safety standards in construction projects.
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Massive Shoe Factory Fire in Sragen, Losses Reach IDR 1.1 Billion
A large fire occurred at the PT Eiro Foam and Function shoe factory in Kalijambe, Sragen, on Monday (10/2/2025) afternoon. The fire engulfed the foam storage warehouse, causing huge losses estimated at more than IDR 1.1 billion. Luckily, there were no casualties in the incident.
According to information from the Sragen Police Chief, AKBP Petrus Parningotan Silalahi, the fire started at around 16.30 WIB when a worker saw thick smoke rising from the second floor of the factory. The witness immediately reported this incident to security officers, who immediately contacted the fire department.
“The witness who was working saw smoke coming from the second floor of the factory. He immediately reported it to the security guard, who immediately took action,” said Kalijambe Police Chief, AKP Mulyono.
Even though the factory had tried to extinguish the fire with available extinguishers, the blaze continued to grow until it burned down most of the warehouse area. To handle this fire, seven fire engines were deployed from various areas.
“Four fire engines from Sragen, as well as one unit each from Karanganyar, Solo and Sukoharjo were dispatched to extinguish the fire,” said Head of Fire and Rescue for the Sragen Satpol PP, Tommy Isharyanto.
Currently, the cause of the fire is still under further investigation by the authorities. This incident is a warning to the manufacturing industry to improve fire safety systems to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Burning Ship Tragedy in Ancol: Captain Missing, Shipwreck Found on Seabed
The search for Captain M, the ship’s captain who disappeared in a ship fire incident at Ancol Pier, North Jakarta, Saturday (8/2/2025), is still ongoing by the authorities. Until now, a joint team from Polda Metro Jaya, Thousand Islands Police, Ditpolair Polda Metro Jaya, and Basarnas are still trying to find the victim who is suspected of drowning during the incident.
Head of the Public Information Bureau (Karopenmas) of the National Police’s Public Relations Division, Brigadier General Trunoyudo Wisnu Andiko, confirmed that apart from searching for Captain M, a team of professional divers had also found a shipwreck at a depth of 2.5 meters. Currently, the process of removing the wreck is underway.
“A professional team is removing the shipwreck which was found on the seabed at a depth of 2.5 meters,” said Trunoyudo at National Police Headquarters, South Jakarta, Tuesday (11/2/2025).
In this tragic incident, one person was declared dead, while six other people suffered burns and are still undergoing medical treatment.
Head of Public Relations of Polda Metro Jaya, Kombes Ade Ary Syam, revealed that this fire involved two ships which had been successfully evacuated. Apart from the search for missing victims, investigators are still continuing to investigate the exact cause of the fire.
“Currently, our main focus is treating victims who have burns, looking for ship captains who have not been found, and lifting shipwrecks that have been detected,” said Ade Ary.
The police are also examining a number of witnesses to reveal the chronology of the incident and the cause of the fire. This tragedy is a reminder of the importance of safety in shipping and handling fires in port areas.
Source : https://tirto.id/kebakaran-kapal-di-ancol-1-meninggal-dunia-1-dalam-pencarian-g8cU
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Conclusion
Accidents can happen anytime and anywhere, whether on roads, airports or in other transportation activities. Financial protection is crucial to mitigate the impact of this unexpected event. Various types of insurance can provide protection for individuals and businesses, including:
- Vehicle Insurance – Protects vehicle owners from the risk of damage and loss due to accidents.
- Third-Party Liability Insurance – Provides protection against legal claims from third parties who are injured as a result of an accident.
- Cargo Insurance (Transportation of Goods) – Guarantee the safety of goods during the delivery process.
- Health Insurance – Covers the costs of medical treatment due to injuries in an accident.
- Life insurance – Providing compensation to the victim’s family in the event of death due to an accident.
- Asuransi Aviation Hull & Public Liability – Protect flight operators and aircraft owners from the risk of damage and legal liability in aviation incidents.
- Property Insurance – Protect assets from damage due to accidents or fire.
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