Facts About the Bus Accident on Cipularang Toll Road, Driver Suspected of Drowsiness Causing 2 Passengers to Die

Kapanlagi.com - A tragic accident shook Cipularang Toll Road KM 80 on Thursday early morning, December 26, 2024. A tourist bus carrying a group of pilgrims was involved in this horrific incident after crashing into a truck in the left lane. As a result, two lives were lost and 62 others were injured.

Head of Traffic Unit of Purwakarta Police, AKP Dadang Supriadi, revealed that the accident occurred around 02:00 WIB.

"The Qonita bus, which was on its way from Bandung to Jakarta, hit the rear of the truck that was moving," he explained, as reported by Liputan6.com.

All victims were immediately evacuated to RS Abdul Radjak Purwakarta. Unfortunately, two people were declared dead, while 12 others suffered serious injuries and 50 others sustained minor injuries. Many of the victims suffered serious injuries, particularly fractures due to the very hard impact. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety.

1. The Bus Originated from Tangerang and Just Finished a Pilgrimage

A Qonita tourist bus carrying a group of pilgrims from Tangerang, after performing a pilgrimage in Pamijahan, Tasikmalaya, West Java, had to face a tragedy on the way home.

In the early morning darkness at KM 80 of the Cipularang Toll Road, the less vigilant driver crashed into a truck moving in the left lane, causing a collision that shook the entire vehicle.

The loud bang echoed, causing severe damage to the front of the bus and triggering panic among the passengers who were startled by this thrilling incident.

2. Accident Occurs at KM 80 of the Cipularang Toll Road

In the stillness of the night around 02:00 WIB, a tragic accident involving the Qonita tourist bus and a truck occurred on the Cipularang Toll Road.

While traveling from Bandung to Jakarta, the bus, which was moving at a moderate speed in the right lane, suddenly crashed into the rear of a truck that was slowly crossing in the left lane.

It is suspected that the bus driver was not focused or perhaps drowsy, thus not realizing the presence of the truck in front of him.

"This accident occurred when the Qonita bus collided with the moving truck, causing a fairly serious traffic incident," said AKP Dadang Supriadi.

3. Severe Damage to the Front of the Bus

A tragic collision occurred, resulting in the bus suffering severe damage to its front; the windshield was shattered, the bumper was crumpled, and the body was dented.

The truck that was hit also sustained damage, although not as severe as the bus. In this horrific incident, two bus passengers were declared dead at the scene due to severe injuries to the head and chest.

Meanwhile, 12 other passengers sustained serious injuries, and 50 people suffered minor injuries. Promptly, police officers and medical teams evacuated the victims to Abdul Radjak Hospital in Purwakarta for intensive care, where the seriously injured generally suffered from broken bones and head injuries.

4. Quick and Coordinated Evacuation

After the shocking incident, police officers and medical teams swiftly rushed to the scene. Their top priority was to save lives, evacuate the victims, and provide first aid to those in need.

"Severe injuries generally occur to the bones due to impact," said AKP Dadang Supriadi, as reported by News Liputan6.com.

The evacuation process was quick and coordinated, transporting the injured victims to Abdul Radjak Hospital in Purwakarta using ambulances. Meanwhile, the deceased victims were also taken to the same hospital for autopsy purposes.

At the hospital, medical teams worked tirelessly to provide the best care according to each victim's condition, especially for those with serious injuries.

5. Bus Driver Secured for Investigation

After the evacuation process was completed, the police immediately secured the driver of the Qonita bus for questioning, but the examination had to be postponed because the driver also sustained injuries from the accident.

"We have secured the driver and he is currently being observed by the medical team. We are continuously monitoring his condition and cannot yet ask for statements," said AKP Dadang Supriadi.

The police are committed to conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the cause of this accident, including checking the condition of the vehicle, analyzing CCTV footage at the scene, and gathering statements from witnesses present.

6. What is the exact location of the accident?

On the Cipularang Toll Road KM 80+000, precisely in Maracang Village, Babakancikao District, Purwakarta, a tragic accident occurred.

7. What caused the accident?

Initial suspicions indicate that the bus driver may have experienced fatigue or drowsiness while operating the vehicle, resulting in a lack of concentration and an inability to control the bus's speed properly.

8. What is the number of victims in the accident?

In the tragic incident on the Cipularang Toll Road, a total of 64 passengers of the tour bus were involved in the shocking accident. Of that number, two lives were lost at the scene, while 12 people suffered serious injuries and 50 others sustained minor injuries. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety.

9. What is the condition of the victims?

All victims have been successfully evacuated to RS Abdul Radjak Purwakarta, where patients with severe injuries, particularly bone injuries due to impact, such as fractures and head injuries, are currently receiving intensive care.

(kpl/rmt)