DENPASAR, BALI – A serious traffic accident occurred on the heavily traversed Ngurah Rai Bypass Road, specifically at the Tirtanadi Traffic Light (TL) intersection in South Denpasar, on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at approximately 5:00 PM local time. The collision involved a large concrete mixer truck with license plate B 9200 KIO and a Honda Scoopy motorcycle, license DK 3462 AAC, ridden by two young women.
The primary victim, Tania Asya Sarassati (18) from Samarinda, sustained serious injuries to her thigh. She was riding as a passenger, while the driver of the scooter, Isabel (18), a Denpasar resident, suffered minor abrasions on her arm. The truck driver, Swarno (54) from Jember, was unharmed in the incident.
Preliminary police reports indicate the accident happened as both vehicles were traveling west from the Tirtanadi intersection. As the traffic light turned green, the Honda Scoopy rider attempted to make a turn to the south. It is suspected that the concrete mixer truck behind her failed to brake in time, colliding with the scooter from the rear.
South Denpasar Police Chief, AKP Agus Adi Apriyoga, S.I.K., M.H., confirmed that officers were dispatched immediately upon receiving the report. “Our personnel proceeded directly to the scene, coordinated with the Traffic Management Center (TMC), and ensured the victims received medical treatment at Bali Mandara Hospital,” he stated. Police have conducted a full documentation of the site and managed traffic flow in the aftermath of the collision.
A Stark Reminder for Bali’s International Visitors and Residents
While this is a local news report, it carries significant implications for the millions of tourists and expatriates who call Bali home, even temporarily.
- Understanding Local Traffic Dynamics: This incident underscores a critical aspect of Balinese roads: the mix of small scooters and large commercial vehicles on major arteries like the Ngurah Rai Bypass. For visitors accustomed to different driving norms, this serves as a crucial warning about the need for heightened awareness.
- Safety for Scooter Riders: Scooters are the primary mode of transport for many in Bali. This accident highlights the extreme vulnerability of riders. It is a potent reminder for all riders—locals and visitors alike—to wear appropriate safety gear, including helmets and protective clothing, and to assume that larger vehicles may not always see you.
- Navigating High-Risk Zones: Traffic light intersections, where vehicles accelerate from a stop, are common sites for rear-end collisions. This report emphasizes the importance of checking mirrors and being cautious of larger vehicles’ blind spots when moving off.
- Emergency Response: The mention of Bali Mandara Hospital provides a key point of reference for the community regarding where serious injuries are handled, reinforcing the local emergency infrastructure.
This incident is more than just a traffic statistic; it is a sobering lesson in road safety relevant to everyone navigating the beautiful but often chaotic streets of Bali.
Reported by Anton Abrianto
Written by Hey Bali Newsroom