Bekasi Regency –

A chain-reaction traffic accident occurred on Kalimalang Inspection Road, Tambun, West Java. A truck collided with 8 vehicles, including cars and a motorcycle.

“The material damage involved 7 cars and 1 motorcycle,” according to a police statement on Monday (13/4/2026).

The incident happened at 5:22 PM local time. The truck was traveling from Grand Wisata towards the Legenda intersection, carrying a load of iron scrap.

“While going downhill, the driver felt the brakes were not functioning properly,” the statement explained.

The truck’s assistant then tried to handle the situation by jamming the wheels. However, this effort was unsuccessful and the truck continued moving.

A chain-reaction traffic accident occurred on Kalimalang Inspection Road, Tambun, Bekasi Regency, West Java. The accident was triggered by a truck experiencing brake failure.

“Consequently, it crashed into vehicles that were stopped waiting in line at the Legenda traffic light,” the statement said.

It was stated there were no fatalities or injuries in the incident. The vehicles involved have now been evacuated by officers.

“The vehicles have been evacuated to the Legenda Traffic Police Post, and the truck was evacuated to the police accident unit office,” the statement noted.

Meanwhile, it was reported that the vehicles involved in the accident were secured as evidence. The case is still under investigation, including the cause.

“The eight vehicles involved are secured at the Traffic Police Unit’s Law Enforcement Division,” according to the report.

In addition to the 8 cars, it was stated there was 1 motorcycle involved in the chain collision. The Yamaha Vega motorcycle was ridden by a man with the initial B (56).

“The accident only caused material damage; there were no injuries or fatalities,” the report concluded.

Kalimalang Inspection Road

The Kalimalang Inspection Road is a historic pathway in East Jakarta, Indonesia, originally built by the Dutch colonial administration in the 18th century. It served as a crucial inspection and maintenance route for the Kalimalang Canal, which was vital for irrigation, flood control, and transportation. Today, it remains a local thoroughfare and a reminder of the area’s colonial-era water management infrastructure.

Tambun

Tambun is a town in Perak, Malaysia, best known for the prehistoric **Tambun Cave Paintings**. These ancient rock art depictions, discovered in 1959, are estimated to be over 2,000 years old and are believed to have been created by early indigenous hunter-gatherers. The site provides valuable archaeological insight into the region’s early human history and is a protected cultural heritage location.

Bekasi Regency

Bekasi Regency is a regency located in West Java, Indonesia, surrounding the independent city of Bekasi. Historically, it was part of the ancient Tarumanagara and Sunda Kingdoms before becoming a significant center for agriculture and, more recently, rapid industrial and residential development. Today, it is a key part of the Jakarta metropolitan area, known for its factories, new towns, and mix of urban and rural landscapes.

West Java

West Java is an Indonesian province on the island of Java, historically home to the powerful Sunda Kingdom and later a core region of the Dutch colonial empire. It is renowned for its diverse cultural heritage, including traditional Sundanese arts like *wayang golek* (puppetry) and *angklung* (bamboo music), and for its stunning natural landscapes such as the volcanic highlands of Bandung. The province also features significant historical sites like the port city of Cirebon, with its blend of Javanese, Islamic, and Chinese influences.

Grand Wisata

Grand Wisata is a large, modern residential township located in Bekasi, West Java, Indonesia. Developed by the Sinar Mas Land group, it was established in the early 2000s as a planned, integrated community featuring housing, shopping centers, schools, and recreational facilities. It represents the rapid suburban development and urbanization surrounding Jakarta in the 21st century.

Legenda intersection

The “Legenda intersection” is not a widely recognized historical or cultural landmark. It is most commonly known as the informal name for a major traffic circle in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, officially called “Oʻzbekiston mustaqilligi maydoni” (Uzbekistan Independence Square). The name “Legenda” comes from a large shopping and entertainment complex of the same name located there, which was built in the post-independence era, so the site itself lacks deep historical significance.

Legenda traffic light

The “Legenda traffic light” is not a widely recognized historical or cultural site, but rather a humorous local landmark in the Russian city of Tyumen. It features a life-sized bronze sculpture of a traffic policeman from the Soviet era, installed in 2012, playfully interacting with a real traffic light. It serves as a nostalgic tribute to the city’s traffic officers and has become a popular photo spot for residents and tourists.

Legenda Traffic Police Post

The Legenda Traffic Police Post is a small, distinctive police booth located in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, built in the 1990s. Its unique, fairytale-like architectural style, resembling a small castle or cottage, has made it a popular local landmark and photo spot, though it is a functioning police post rather than a historical monument.