Rescuers race to free survivors trapped inside train after fatal crash
Rescuers are working to free survivors trapped in a train wreck following a fatal collision near Jakarta, Indonesia. At least 15 people have died and many others are injured after a long-distance commuter train struck a stationary passenger train. Authorities are providing medical care and covering expenses for the victims as investigations into the accident continue.
- ▪The train crash occurred when a long-distance commuter train collided with a stationary passenger train near Bekasi Timur Station.
- ▪At least 15 people have been confirmed dead, with dozens more injured and receiving treatment in nearby hospitals.
- ▪Rescue operations are ongoing, with reports of survivors still trapped in the wreckage.
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Rescuers race to free survivors trapped inside train after fatal Indonesia crash28 April 2026ShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleTom McArthurandBBC Indonesian,JakartaPassenger's footage shows moment of Indonesia train crashRescuers are racing to try and free people trapped inside a train involved in a fatal collision outside the Indonesian capital Jakarta on Monday.At least 15 people were killed and dozens injured in the accident which took place when a stationary passenger train was hit from behind by a long-distance commuter train running on the same track.
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