JAKARTA - PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) said the number of people who died in the collision between trains at Bekasi Timur Station, West Java, Monday, April 27 evening, increased to 16 people.
"So far, a total of 107 victims have been recorded, consisting of 16 deaths and 91 injuries," said KAI Anne Purba, Vice President of Corporate Communication, in a statement in Jakarta, Antara, Wednesday, April 29.
Anne said that of the 91 people who were injured, 43 passengers had been allowed to go home, while the rest were still undergoing treatment at the hospital.
"We express our deepest condolences to all the victims and their families. Our focus at this time is to ensure that all victims receive the best possible treatment and that families receive the information they need," he continued.
The recovery of KRL services in the Bekasi-Cikarang cross has begun to show progress. After the process of evacuating facilities and infrastructure was carried out gradually, the first operational test was successfully carried out safely.
Anne said on Wednesday (29/4) at 11.55 WIB, the CL-125.4008 trial train series had passed through Bekasi Timur Station as part of cross-preparation testing.
"This trial is an important part of ensuring the readiness of infrastructure, signage, and safety aspects before the service resumes. The entire process is carried out carefully by prioritizing safety," said Anne.
In the midst of this recovery process, the main focus remains on handling the victims.
KAI also ensures that the belongings of the victim found at the location will be listed and returned to the family gradually through a coordinated mechanism.
To support information needs, KAI activated a post in two locations, namely at East Bekasi Station to assist the families of the victims, and at Gambir Station to serve affected Long Distance Train customers, including the process of returning the ticket fee.
KAI emphasized that the restoration of operations would be carried out gradually, in line with the results of evaluations and tests that ensure all aspects of safety are met.
KAI will continue to provide information updates periodically as the handling progresses in the field.
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