Six killed in road accidents

SURABAYA, East Java: Six people were killed and 22 others injured in road accidents in several towns throughout East Java on Sunday, police said yesterday.

Spokesman for the East Java police regional command Lt. Col. Ahmad Rifai said all accidents happened because the drivers violated traffic regulations.

Traffic accidents involving fatalities occurred in Jember, Pacitan, Gresik, Sidoarjo, Ngawi and Bangkalan.

Rifai said drivers of the ill-fated vehicles either ignored traffic signs or were drowsy, Antara reported.

"Drivers should always have their families in mind and drive carefully," he said. (pan)