Police Probe Taxi Company After Commuter Train Collision in Bekasi Timur
Authorities in Bekasi are escalating their investigation into a collision between a commuter train and a taxi, summoning representatives from the Green SM taxi company for questioning on May 4, 2026. The move comes as investigators operate to determine the exact circumstances leading to the accident in Bekasi Timur.
Early reports indicate a harrowing scene during the incident, noting that the taxi driver attempted to escape through the vehicle’s window moments before the KRL commuter train struck the car.
The scope of the inquiry has expanded significantly as police seek a comprehensive timeline of the event. Investigators have already questioned 31 witnesses to reconstruct the lead-up to the crash.
In addition to witness testimony, police are analyzing CCTV footage from the area to verify the sequence of events. The summons of the Green SM management underscores the authorities’ intent to determine if corporate negligence or operational failures played a role in the accident.
The investigation is now centered on the details of the Bekasi Timur crash, as police aim to provide a clear account of why the vehicle remained on the tracks. This case highlights the ongoing safety challenges at railway crossings in densely populated urban corridors.
