A multi-vehicle collision involving three cars and one motorcycle on Jalan Kembang Kerep, Kembangan, West Jakarta, resulted in the deaths of three members of a single family riding a motorcycle on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 3:56 p.m. local time, according to police and eyewitness reports.
Police Investigation and Vehicle Details at the Scene
According to West Jakarta Metro Police Traffic Head Commissioner Reza Hafiz Gumilang, officers have secured the accident site, gathered witness statements, and collected evidence for further investigation. “Officers have conducted a crime scene investigation, gathered witness statements, and secured evidence,” Kompol Reza Hafiz Gumilang said, noting that authorities will examine all findings to determine the exact sequence and cause of the crash. The collision involved a Toyota Fortuner, a Kijang Innova, a white BYD electric minibus, and a motorcycle, as confirmed by authorities and witnesses on the scene.
Head of Public Relations for the Jakarta Metro Police, Commissioner Budi Hermanto, stated that the collision claimed three lives on the spot and during transport, including one minor. Eyewitness Asep reported that traffic was light at the time of the incident, allowing vehicles to travel at high speeds along the sloping roadway. The white BYD electric vehicle at the rear allegedly struck preceding vehicles in a chain-reaction crash, swerved right, and hit an electric pole. The motorcycle carrying the victims was positioned on the side of the road when it was struck by the out-of-control vehicle.
Did You Know? The multi-vehicular crash occurred at 3:56 p.m. on a sloping, uncongested roadway along Jalan Kembang Kerep in Puri Kembangan, West Jakarta, where a white BYD electric minibus ultimately veered right and struck a roadside utility pole.
Identities of Casualties and Injured Parties
According to Commissioner Budi Hermanto, two victims died at the scene, while a third succumbed to injuries while receiving medical transport. The deceased victims are identified as Andi Prasetyo (40), the male motorcycle driver; Yeni Sumarti (39), a female passenger; and Zeline Zakeisha (7), a female passenger, all residing on Jalan Anggrek IV, Meruya Utara, Kembangan, West Jakarta, and all sustaining head injuries.
Four additional individuals sustained injuries and received hospital treatment following the collision. Handoko Argawa (73) sustained a head injury and was treated at the same facility. Meanwhile, BYD driver Karsono (51), residing on Jalan Kembang Kerep, sustained a right chest injury and was treated at RSUD Cengkareng, as stated by West Jakarta Satlantas Gakkum Unit Head AKP Joko.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles were involved in the Jakarta West crash?
According to police and witness reports, the crash involved a Toyota Fortuner, a Kijang Innova, a white BYD electric minibus, and one motorcycle.
Who were the victims of the collision?
The fatalities included a family of three riding the motorcycle: Andi Prasetyo (40), Yeni Sumarti (39), and Zeline Zakeisha (7), all residents of Meruya Utara, Kembangan, West Jakarta.
Where are the injured parties currently receiving medical care?
According to police records, injured passengers Yessy Lestiany, Drg. Handoko Argawa were treated at RS Pondok Indah Puri Kembangan, while driver Karsono received treatment at RSUD Cengkareng.
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