Fri, 25 Oct 1996

One dies in train crash

CIAMIS, West Java: A train bound for Kroya, West Java, from Bandung hit a minibus Wednesday at the Gayam railway crossing here, killing one.

Enok Kartiwa, 40, who was one of the four minibus passengers, died instantly. Three other passengers were seriously injured and are being treated at the Ciamis Hospital.

Antara reported that the crossing was open and the minibus was driving over it when the train came. Police have arrested the crossing attendant and are investigating the accident further. (swe)