Bandung –
Two trucks were involved in a traffic accident on Jalan Raya Bypass Cicalengka, Kampung Cipeutag, Tenjolaya Village, Cicalengka District, Bandung Regency, Thursday (June 4, 2026). In the incident, two people died at the scene.
The Head of Traffic Unit of Bandung Police said the accident occurred at 2:50 AM local time. Joint officers then evacuated both vehicles until 9:30 AM local time.
“Yes, a traffic accident occurred on Jalan Bypass Cicalengka early this morning at 2:50 AM,” he said when met at the Bandung Police Headquarters in Soreang, Thursday (June 4, 2026).
The vehicles involved in the accident were a Hino losbak truck with license plate A-9588-TZ carrying wood, and a Mitsubishi light truck with license plate D-8487-DI carrying sand.
“The Hino truck carrying wood was driven by a man with initials WAS (29) and a helper with initials DAL (28). The Mitsubishi truck carrying sand was driven by WS (39) and a helper with initials AS (39),” he said.
The incident began when the Hino truck carrying wood, driven by WAS with his helper DAL, was traveling from Garut to Bandung. Upon arriving at the scene, the Hino truck driver allegedly lost control.
“So it hit the rear of the Mitsubishi truck (carrying sand) that was in front of it going in the same direction, with license plate D-8487-DI driven by WS and his helper AS,” he explained.
He explained that the Mitsubishi truck carrying sand in front then directly hit a wall on the roadside. Due to the hard impact, two people died at the scene.
“The helper of the Hino truck (carrying wood) with initials DAL died and the driver of the Mitsubishi truck (carrying sand) with initials WS died,” he said.
“The survivors are the driver of the Hino truck carrying wood with initials WAS and the helper of the Mitsubishi truck with initials AS. Both suffered minor injuries,” he added.
He added that his team is currently still examining the Hino truck driver, WAS. This is being done to uncover the exact cause of the fatal accident.
“For our preliminary suspicion, we are still examining the Hino truck driver (carrying wood); the examination is still ongoing. However, information circulating suggests drowsiness, but we cannot confirm it yet; the results of the driver’s examination will determine that,” he concluded.
Jalan Raya Bypass Cicalengka
Jalan Raya Bypass Cicalengka is a major road in West Java, Indonesia, that serves as a key alternative route connecting Bandung to eastern cities like Garut and Tasikmalaya. Constructed to alleviate traffic congestion through the town of Cicalengka, the bypass was developed as part of broader infrastructure improvements in the region during the late 20th century. Today, it remains a vital transportation corridor for both local commuters and long-distance travelers.
Kampung Cipeutag
Kampung Cipeutag is a traditional village located in Bogor, West Java, Indonesia, known for its rich Sundanese cultural heritage and preserved traditional architecture. Historically, the village has maintained its ancestral customs and way of life, with many residents still practicing age-old agricultural traditions and crafts. It serves as a living cultural site where visitors can experience authentic rural life and learn about the region’s history through its communal spaces and local traditions.
Tenjolaya Village
Tenjolaya Village, located in West Java, Indonesia, is a culturally rich area known for its traditional Sundanese way of life and agricultural heritage. Historically, the village has preserved local customs and community-based practices, often involving rice farming and handicrafts, which reflect the region’s deep-rooted agrarian history. Today, it serves as a destination for eco-tourism and cultural learning, offering visitors insight into rural Indonesian traditions.
Cicalengka District
Cicalengka District is a subdistrict in Bandung Regency, West Java, Indonesia, known historically as a key stop on the Great Post Road (De Grote Postweg) built during the Dutch colonial era in the early 19th century. Its name is derived from the Sundanese words “cica” (a type of bird) and “lengka” (a tree), reflecting the area’s natural surroundings. Today, it serves as a bustling transit hub and residential area, connecting Bandung to other major cities in the region.
Bandung Regency
Bandung Regency is a region in West Java, Indonesia, known for its cool climate and scenic volcanic landscapes. Historically, it played a role during the Dutch colonial era as a center for tea and quinine plantations, and later became part of the wider Bandung Basin area, which was a key site in Indonesia’s struggle for independence. Today, it is a popular destination for nature tourism and cultural heritage.
Bandung Police Headquarters
The Bandung Police Headquarters is a historic building located in Bandung, Indonesia, originally constructed during the Dutch colonial era in the early 20th century. It served as the central police station for the city and witnessed significant events during Indonesia’s struggle for independence, including the 1945 Bandung Lautan Api incident. Today, it continues to function as an active police headquarters, symbolizing both colonial architecture and Indonesia’s resilient history.
Soreang
Soreang is a district and the capital of Bandung Regency in West Java, Indonesia. Historically, it developed as a key administrative and economic hub within the region, though it is less internationally known than nearby Bandung city. Today, it serves as a center for local government and commerce, surrounded by scenic highland landscapes.
Garut
Garut is a town in West Java, Indonesia, known for its cool climate and scenic volcanic landscapes. Historically, it developed as a colonial-era resort destination under Dutch rule in the 19th century, famous for its hot springs and traditional leather craftsmanship. Today, Garut remains a popular getaway for its natural attractions, such as Mount Papandayan and Cangkuang Temple, the latter being a rare Hindu-Buddhist relic in the region.
