Two Trucks Involved In An Accident On Jalan Juwana 'Batan Kudus, No Casualties

Two trucks involved in the accident/ Photo: IST

PATI Two trucks were involved in a traffic accident on Jalan Juwana Barangan, also Trimulyo Village, Juwana District, Pati Regency, Sunday, October 12 at around 09.40 WIB. The incident did not cause any casualties or injuries.

The accident began when the Hino tank tronton truck stopped on the shoulder of the north side of the road. At the same time, Hino's cooperating truck drove from west to east. When the tronton truck was about to cross to the south, the distance that was too close made the collision unavoidable.

One of the witnesses, Febri, a resident of Trimulyo, stated that he saw a tronton truck starting to move slowly to the south.

"The tank truck initially stopped, then suddenly came forward to cross. From the west the truck was close to each other, so there was a collision immediately," he said.

The Head of Pati Police through the Head of Traffic Police, Pati Police Commissioner Riki Fahmi Mubarok, confirmed the incident.

"It's true, this incident occurred due to a lack of driver vigilance when changing lanes. There were no casualties or injuries," he said. The two drivers are in good health and have been questioned.

Kompol Riki emphasized the importance of paying attention to the flow of vehicles before maneuvering. "Drivers are required to ensure that the route is completely safe before cutting or crossing the main road," he said. He said material losses due to the impact were estimated at IDR 15 million.

Laka Unit officers immediately went to the location to conduct a crime scene investigation. "We immediately dispatched members to carry out initial handling and ensure the traffic flow remains smooth," added Kompol Riki. The vehicle evidence has been secured for further investigation.

He emphasized the importance of driving discipline, especially for heavy vehicle drivers. Trucks have a long braking distance. If a decision is taken in a hurry, the risk of accidents increases," he continued. All drivers are asked to obey the signs and not rush on the route.

Closing his statement, Kompol Riki reminded that safety must be a top priority on the highway. "We hope this incident will be a lesson. Prioritize safety, don't take risks just because you want to be fast," he concluded.