Seven students from Politeknik Negeri Indramayu (Polindra) were involved in a rafting accident on the Cimanuk River, Indramayu. The incident happened around the Bangkir Rubber Dam area in Lohbener District, with all victims identified as Mapala (nature lovers organization) members.
From this group, five students have been found safe after the inflatable boat they were using capsized due to strong river currents. Two others are still missing and are being searched for by a joint SAR (Search and Rescue) team, according to confirmation from the local police authorities.
List of Names Involved in the Rafting Accident
Authorities have released the names of all seven students involved in the incident. Based on the official report, the breakdown is as follows:
- Gelar – rescued
- Heliyah – rescued
- Nonik – rescued
- Mus Ali – rescued
- Fatir – rescued
- Agung – missing
- Muhammad Lana Wiratno – missing
Local police, represented by AKP Asep Suryana, Head of Water Police Unit in Indramayu, stated all victims were part of the same student activity group. Their outdoor river activity quickly turned tragic after the raft overturned.
Chronology of the Incident
- The students were rafting on the Cimanuk River near Bangkir Rubber Dam.
- This activity was part of an outdoor adventure program facilitated by Mapala Polindra.
- At one point, the inflatable boat capsized due to a sudden increase in the river’s current, throwing all seven students into the water.
- Emergency response teams quickly intervened, leading to the rescue of five while search efforts continue for the other two.
Eyewitnesses noted that the river’s current was particularly strong that day, increasing the risk for anyone engaging in water activities. Local rescue agencies, along with the police, are working tirelessly at the site, utilizing boats and divers to maximize the search for the missing students.
Response and Search Efforts
Combined SAR teams have been focusing their resources on the stretch of river near the dam. Police, residents, and volunteer rescuers are coordinating in the hope of locating Agung and Muhammad Lana Wiratno as swiftly as possible.
Shortly after the accident, the Polindra campus issued a call for prayers and support from the community as the search operation proceeded. Updates regarding progress and any developments are being shared by local officials to keep families informed.
This incident has highlighted the crucial importance of safety measures and risk assessment in student outdoor activities, especially when navigating unpredictable natural environments such as rivers with fast currents. As the search continues, the Polindra academic community and the families of those involved are awaiting news and advocating for continued vigilance in safety during student-led expeditions.
