Tourist Bus Accident on Batang Toll Road: One Dead
On December 25, 2025, a severe accident occurred on the Batang toll road in Indonesia. A tourist bus collided with a truck at kilometer 364, resulting in one death and serious injuries to four others. The ‘The Sultan Agung’ bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance, leading to the tragedy…
The collision happened amid heavy traffic typical of the Christmas and New Year holiday period. According to the head of the Batang Traffic Police, AKP Eka Hendra Ardiansyah, the bus hit an unidentified vehicle that then fled the scene.
Police are actively investigating the incident, interviewing witnesses, and trying to identify and locate the other driver. The deceased, 47-year-old Sucipto from Semarang, died at the scene. Among the injured are three men and two young women, all transported to nearby hospitals for medical assistance.
This incident highlights the necessity of strict adherence to traffic regulations and vigilant driving, especially during holiday periods when roads become more congested. Authorities are urging drivers to be particularly careful due to frequent rains and poor visibility.
This case is part of a series of traffic accidents in the region, emphasizing the need to enhance road safety measures in Indonesia.
