**Surat Izin Angkut Bus Kedaluwarsa di Kota Batu sejak 2020 – KIR Mati 2023**
In a shocking revelation, the recent bus accident in Kota Batu, East Java, brought to light some concerning facts. The Head of Traffic of the East Java Regional Police, Commissioner Komarudin, disclosed that the student group bus from Bali was not equipped with the necessary paperwork as per regulations. After thorough investigation, it was revealed that the transport permit for the bus with license plate DK 7942 GB had expired on April 26, 2020. Furthermore, the vehicle inspection certificate (KIR) had expired on December 15, 2023, as stated during a press conference on Thursday, January 9, 2025.
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Police Investigation and Accident Details
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The East Java Regional Police Traffic Division engaged the Traffic Accident Analysis (TAA) team to analyze the scene of the incident in Kota Batu on Thursday morning. The on-site investigation was led by Commissioner Pol Komarudin, accompanied by the Batu Police Chief, AKBP Andi Yudha Pranata. As previously reported, the Sakhindra Trans tourist bus carrying students from SMK TI Bali Global Badung Bali experienced brake failure on Imam Bonjol Street in Kota Batu. The bus came to a halt only after colliding with a tree on Ir Soekarno Street.
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Impact and Casualties
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The bus collision involved six cars and ten motorcycles, resulting in 14 casualties. Tragically, four individuals lost their lives, two sustained severe injuries, two suffered moderate injuries, and six sustained minor injuries. Among the deceased were Agus Darianto (60) from Sidomulyo Village, Kota Batu, Sugianto Mumun (40), Anis from Jember, and 20-month-old Syafa.
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Chronology of the Accident
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The fatal tourist bus accident occurred around 7:15 PM. The incident began when the student group from SMK TI Bali Global Badung exited the Angkot Museum area.
**Humanizing Touch:**
In times of tragedy, it is essential to remember the human faces behind the headlines. One such heartbreaking story from the Kota Batu accident is that of Muhammad Syafiudin Nuris Wanto, a tourist who tragically lost his wife and child in the bus crash. The pain and loss felt by individuals like Muhammad highlight the devastating impact of such accidents on families and communities. Let us take a moment to reflect on the lives affected and extend our thoughts and support to those in need during difficult times.
