Tragic Bus Crash in Java Kills 16

A tragic bus crash on Java, Indonesia's main island, resulted in at least 16 fatalities. The bus lost control on a toll road, striking a concrete barrier before overturning. Rescue operations began promptly, with many passengers trapped and others taken to hospitals in critical condition.

A devastating bus accident in Indonesia's main island of Java has claimed the lives of at least 16 people. The vehicle, which was carrying 34 passengers, lost control on a toll road and struck a concrete barrier shortly after midnight on Monday, according to officials.

The grim incident occurred as the inter-province bus traveled from Jakarta to Yogyakarta. Entering a curved exit ramp at the Krapyak toll way in Semarang city, the bus overturned, causing a chaotic scene with several passengers being thrown and trapped against the vehicle's body.

Emergency teams, arriving about 40 minutes post-accident, recovered the bodies of six victims at the scene. Sadly, another 10 individuals succumbed to their injuries either on the way to medical facilities or during treatment.

(With inputs from agencies.)