At least 15 people lost their lives in a passenger bus accident on Indonesia’s main island of Java just after midnight on Monday, December 22, 2025, officials confirmed. The bus, carrying 34 passengers, lost control on a toll road and collided with a concrete barrier before rolling onto its side.
Major Bus Accident In Indonesia
The inter-province bus was traveling from Jakarta, the capital city, to Yogyakarta, an ancient royal city, when it overturned while navigating a curved exit ramp at the Krapyak toll way in Semarang, Central Java. Budiono, head of the local search and rescue agency, said the bus flipped violently, throwing several passengers and trapping them against the vehicle.
Police and emergency teams arrived approximately 40 minutes after the accident. Six passengers were found dead at the scene. An additional 10 succumbed to injuries en route to hospitals or while receiving treatment. Eighteen others were hospitalized, including five in critical condition and 13 in serious condition.
Emergency Response and Rescue Efforts
Rescue operations involved carefully extricating passengers trapped inside the overturned bus. Authorities worked through the early hours to recover victims and ensure that survivors received urgent medical care. Budiono emphasized the speed and coordination of the rescue teams in such a challenging situation, noting that the bus’s forceful overturn made the extraction difficult.
Local authorities and residents in Semarang have expressed deep concern for the victims and their families. Hospitals in the area have ramped up staff and resources to provide continuous care for the injured. The incident has sparked discussions on road safety and bus regulations on Indonesia’s busy toll roads.
Road Safety Concerns in Indonesia
Bus accidents remain a significant concern in Indonesia, where densely packed highways and challenging road conditions contribute to frequent traffic incidents. Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the crash, including whether speed, mechanical failure, or road conditions played a role.
