Minivan plunges into river

Minivan plunges into river

JAKARTA (JP): A public minivan, plying the Kampung Melayu- Gandaria route, plunged into a river allegedly due to reckless driving on Jl. Raya Bogor, Pasar Rebo, East Jakarta early Friday morning.

The incident took place at 2 a.m. as the vehicle, driven by Otoy, 32, was about to make a U-turn in front of the Khong Guan biscuit factory.

Witnesses were unable to explain the cause of the accident. They said the driver suddenly lost control and the minivan crashed into the river swollen by heavy rainfall, Antara reported.

Onlookers who rushed to the site found Otoy unconscious. He was rushed to a nearby hospital.

Police required a crane to hoist the minivan from the river. (hhr)