Allegedly Drowsy, Truck Driver Dies After Overturning Tangerang – Merak Toll Road KM92,500 B

Officers check the scene of the Hino truck accident on the Tangerang - Merak Toll Road/ Photo: Doc. Banten Police

SERANG – A Hino truck with police number (nopol) A 9601 IX had an accident on the Tangerang - Merak Toll Road KM 92,500 B. One person is reported to have died

Dirlantas Polda Banten Kombes Budi Mulyanto explained that the incident occurred on Friday, August 5, at around 07.25 WIB.

"It is true that an accident has occurred on the Tangerang - Merak Toll Road, which was experienced by the Hino Trailer vehicle Nopol A 9601 IX at Km 92,500 B. The driver with the initials AR, a man, died," said Budi in a written statement, Friday, August 5.

Budi said the victim was suspected of being sleepy, which made the vehicle unstable.

“The truck driven by AR is traveling in the left lane from Merak to Tangerang. Arriving at the TKP where the lane slightly bends to the right, it is suspected that the driver fell asleep and then hit the back of an unknown vehicle. The truck then swerved to the left until it fell into a row and overturned. The truck driver died on the way to the hospital. The material loss is around 10 million rupiah,” explained Budi.

Receiving a report about the accident, the officers immediately checked the location and evacuated and secured the evidence.

"Doing crime scene processing, inputting IRSMS reports, recording witnesses, bringing victims to the hospital and recording victims' identities, securing evidence, and completing initial investigations," he explained.

Budi appealed to drivers to always prioritize safety and be vigilant when driving.

"We urge the public to remain vigilant while driving and always remember to prioritize the safety of themselves and other road users. If you are sleepy, take advantage of the nearest rest area to rest and remember that your family is waiting for you at home," he advised.