The death toll from a commuter train crash in Indonesia has risen to 15, officials confirmed on Tuesday, as rescue teams completed the evacuation of all passengers from the wreckage.
Rescuers Use Angle Grinders to Reach Survivors
Before disengaging the trains, rescuers were seen using angle grinders to cut through the metal compartments and reach survivors trapped inside. The operation was carried out meticulously to avoid further injuries.
Evacuation Complete
Authorities announced that the evacuation process has been fully completed. All victims have been recovered, and the injured have been taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
The incident occurred on Monday when two commuter trains collided on a busy route near Jakarta. Emergency services responded swiftly, but the severity of the impact resulted in a high number of casualties.
Local officials expressed condolences to the families of the victims and assured that a thorough investigation would be conducted to prevent such tragedies in the future.
