The Jakarta Metropolitan Police (Polda Metro Jaya) has released its latest update on the ongoing investigation into the train collision involving the Argo Bromo Anggrek and KRL Commuter Line at Bekasi Timur Station. The incident continues to demand significant attention, with authorities diligently working to ascertain the full scope of what occurred.
Kombes Budi Hermanto, Head of Public Relations for Polda Metro Jaya, confirmed that as of May 7, 2026, at 13:00 WIB, a total of 12 individuals injured in the accident remain hospitalized across seven different medical facilities. “As of May 7, 2026, at 13:00 WIB, there are still 12 victims undergoing inpatient care at 7 hospitals,” Budi stated during a press conference held at Polda Metro Jaya on Friday, May 8.
The hospitalized victims are distributed among several institutions, reflecting the varying degrees of care required. Specifically, five individuals are receiving treatment at RSUD Kota Bekasi, one at RS Mitra Bekasi Timur, two at RS Primaya Bekasi Timur, one at RSUD Kabupaten Bekasi, one at RS MMC Kuningan Jakarta, one at RS Primaya Barat, and one at RS Eka Hospital Harapan Indah. This continued hospitalization underscores the lasting impact of the incident on those affected.
Head of Signaling Under Examination
In a critical development in the investigation, Budi revealed that investigators from the Gakkum Sub-directorate of the Traffic Directorate, Polda Metro Jaya, today questioned three key witnesses from PT KAI’s Operational Area 1. These individuals include AP, identified as the Head of Signal and Telecommunications; CN, the South Supervisor Officer; and MAH, a Customer Service on Train for the Electric Train service. This line of questioning is specifically aimed at scrutinizing the technical and operational aspects of railway management that preceded the collision.
The police’s investigative efforts have been comprehensive, with Budi stating that a total of 39 witnesses have been interviewed. This extensive list includes complainants, eyewitnesses present at the scene, victims, the driver of the electric taxi involved, and representatives from both PT KAI and the Green SM company. The breadth of these interviews is crucial for constructing a detailed and accurate timeline of events.
Budi further emphasized that the ongoing examinations are precisely focused on the technical railway elements, the roles of relevant agencies, and all parties associated with the operation of online taxi vehicles. This multi-faceted approach seeks to uncover any systemic failures or human errors that may have contributed to the tragic incident. Furthermore, Polda Metro Jaya’s investigation is being conducted in close collaboration with the National Police’s Forensics Laboratory (Puslabfor Bareskrim Polri) and the National Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT), ensuring a thorough and expert analysis of the circumstances.
The Argo Bromo Anggrek train initially garnered national attention following its collision with the KRL Cikarang Line at Bekasi Timur Station on Monday, April 27. This devastating incident claimed the lives of 16 passengers, all of whom were tragically located in the women’s carriage—the section of the train most severely impacted. This initial collision set off a harrowing chain of events that culminated in the subsequent crash.
The unfortunate sequence of events began when a Green SM taxi broke down on a level crossing on Jalan Ampera in East Jakarta. Despite desperate efforts, the stalled taxi could not be moved in time and was subsequently struck by a passing KRL Cikarang-Kampung Bandan train. This initial impact had significant repercussions, immediately disrupting rail traffic in the affected area.
The collision with the Green SM taxi caused major disruptions to KRL services traveling from Jakarta towards Cikarang. Consequently, the KRL involved in the initial accident was held at Bekasi Timur Station, awaiting clearance for a safe track ahead. However, tragically, the crew of the oncoming Argo Bromo Anggrek train was unaware that the KRL was stationary, leading directly to the second, more severe collision that is now the subject of this extensive investigation.
Summary
The Jakarta Metropolitan Police reported that as of May 7, 2026, 12 victims of the train collision at Bekasi Timur Station remain under inpatient care across seven different hospitals. The accident, which initially involved a collision with a stalled taxi followed by a crash between the Argo Bromo Anggrek and a KRL Commuter Line, tragically resulted in 16 fatalities.
Authorities have questioned 39 witnesses, including PT KAI officials and operational staff, to investigate potential technical and human errors. The ongoing investigation is being conducted in collaboration with the National Transportation Safety Committee and the National Police’s Forensics Laboratory to ensure a thorough analysis of the systemic failures involved.