Tragic Accident Chain on Bandung Lecturer Dies in Accident”>Cipularang Toll Road
A series of accidents occurred on the Cipularang Toll Road, heading towards Bandung at around 09:11 WIB on Sunday (5/1/2025). The incidents were triggered by a truck that was unable to climb a slope, causing it to back up and result in a chain of collisions. Traffic was significantly congested following the accidents.
The truck involved in the incident was later moved to the side of the road by authorities. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported. Immediately after the incident, the Jasa Marga Motorway Administration’s Rapid Response Team from the Representative Office 3 of Jasa Marga Metropolitan Tollroad (JMT), alongside Jasa Marga Tollroad Operator (JMTO) and police, arrived at the scene to secure the area and quickly manage traffic. By 09:28 WIB, one lane was reopened for traffic. By 10:05 WIB, all lanes were cleared, and traffic flowed normally.
The accidents involved six vehicles: one truck, two buses, and three private cars. Two people were injured and transported to Abdul Rodjak Hospital in Purwakarta for further treatment. Despite the seriousness of the incident, no fatalities were reported.
Jasa Marga reassured travelers that all lanes were clear and traffic was flowing as usual by 10:05 WIB. The company urges all motorists to exercise caution and comply with traffic laws to prevent similar incidents in the future.
(S source: Agni Mayvinna, Senior Manager of Representative Office 3, Jasa Marga Metropolitan Tollroad Regional Division)
