Depok –

A truck was caught dumping waste into the Ciliwung River from the Cijago Toll Bridge. Sadly, the truck driver claimed they were trying to meet targets when dumping the waste into the river.

The incident went viral on social media. From the video, the truck was on the Cijago Toll Road. A hose from the truck was seen extending down toward the Ciliwung River and discharging waste.

The person recording the video, who witnessed the truck dumping waste, was heard suppressing nausea at the sight of the disposal.

« Well, reporting that someone is dumping waste on the toll bridge, » said the person recording the video upon catching the perpetrator.

The police stated they received information from the Cijago Toll Manager regarding the waste dumping from the toll road on Sunday (31/8) afternoon. They immediately tracked the license plate of the waste truck.

When tracked, the waste truck was identified as being in Jatiasih, Bekasi. The police then met with the vehicle’s renter.

The renter admitted to hiding the truck and expressed confusion because the driver and assistant had fled after the incident went viral on social media.

Truck Renter Apologizes

The process of drafting a written agreement to prevent repeat dumping of waste into the Ciliwung River in Depok

Police said the renter of the truck that dumped waste into the Ciliwung River, Depok, from the Cijago Toll Bridge came to the toll office. The renter apologized for the truck dumping waste from the toll bridge into the river.

The police then escorted the truck renter to the Cijago Toll office to apologize directly. The reason given by the driver and assistant for dumping waste into the Ciliwung River was to meet order targets.

« Yes (the renter apologized), so essentially they must check again; waste cannot be dumped in the river. There is a designated disposal site at the landfill, which already exists. Because using the landfill requires a payment. »

« Well, why did they dump it there? Because they received another order, but the tank was still full. So, they dumped it indiscriminately to chase new order targets, but their method was wrong, » they added.

It was mentioned that the truck renter initially wanted to return the vehicle to the owner. However, police advised the renter to apologize and make a stamped statement not to repeat the action.

« Initially, the truck was going to be returned to the vehicle owner. ‘No need, the important thing is you apologize to Cijago and make a stamped statement that you will not repeat it again,' » explained the police.

Excuse of Chasing Targets

Police revealed the excuse given by the truck driver who dumped waste into the Ciliwung River, Depok, West Java, from the Cijago Toll Bridge. The renter explained the driver’s reason for dumping waste indiscriminately.

« Yes, so essentially they must check again; waste cannot be dumped in the river. There is a designated disposal site at the landfill, which already exists. Because using the landfill requires a payment. »

They said the truck driver claimed to be chasing targets. According to them, the driver dumped the waste into the river to quickly arrive at the next waste suction location.

« Well, why did they dump it there? Because they received another order, but the tank was still full. So, they dumped it indiscriminately to chase

Ciliwung River

The Ciliwung River is a historically significant waterway that flows through the Indonesian capital of Jakarta. It was a vital trade and transportation route for the Sunda Kingdom and later the Dutch colonial administration. Today, it is heavily polluted and prone to flooding, but remains a central geographical feature of the city.

Cijago Toll Bridge

The Cijago Toll Bridge is a modern infrastructure project in Indonesia, part of the Cipularang Toll Road connecting Jakarta to Bandung. It was constructed to improve travel efficiency and reduce congestion on this major economic corridor, officially opening to traffic in the early 2000s.

Depok

Depok is a city in West Java, Indonesia, originally established in the 17th century as a private agricultural estate by Cornelis Chastelein, a Dutch colonial official. It evolved from a small Protestant community into a major hub, and today it is a bustling university city and part of the Jakarta metropolitan area.

Jatiasih

Jatiasih is a district in the city of Bekasi, West Java, Indonesia. Historically, it was a rural area that has rapidly transformed into a densely populated suburban region, largely due to its proximity to Jakarta and its role as a commuter town.

Bekasi

Bekasi is a city in West Java, Indonesia, historically known as a significant trading hub during the Tarumanagara and Sunda Kingdoms. Today, it is a major industrial and residential center, forming a crucial part of the Jakarta metropolitan area.

Cijago Toll Road

The Cijago Toll Road is a major transportation artery in Indonesia, part of the Jakarta-Cikampek toll road network that connects the capital to its eastern regions. It was constructed to alleviate traffic congestion and facilitate economic activity, becoming a critical infrastructure project in the development of Greater Jakarta.

Cijago Toll Manager

I am unable to provide a summary for « Cijago Toll Manager » as it does not appear to be a recognized cultural site, historical place, or landmark. It is likely a mistranslation or a reference to a specific local role or business entity, such as a toll road manager or management office for the Cijago area. Without verifiable historical or cultural information, a meaningful summary cannot be created.

Cijago Toll office

The Cijago Toll Office is a toll road administrative facility in Indonesia, part of the infrastructure serving the Cikampek–Padalarang (Cipularang) Toll Road. It primarily functions as a service and operations center for toll collection and traffic management, supporting one of the key routes connecting the Greater Jakarta area to Bandung.