Kotamobagu. At least seven people were killed and nine others seriously injured after a car competing in a drag race veered off the track and crashed into spectators in Kotamobagu, North Sulawesi, on Sunday.

The accident involved a Honda Jazz driven by Tian Ngantung of the Pangeran 05 McJoe team in the free-for-all category of the Kotamobagu Championship 2026.

According to preliminary accounts, the car completed its run without any apparent problems but crashed after crossing the finish line as it entered a roughly 100-meter braking zone.

The vehicle then left the track and struck spectators gathered along the side of Jalan AP Mokoginta in East Kotamobagu district.

Local authorities and event organizers confirmed at around 9 p.m. that seven people had died, while nine others were receiving medical treatment for serious injuries.

The cause of the crash has yet to be officially established.

Lucky Sugeha, chairman of the organizing committee for the Kotamobagu Drag Race-Drag Bike Championship 2026, said organizers would take responsibility for the consequences of the accident and cover the medical expenses of those still hospitalized.

"I am here at the hospital. We are prepared to take responsibility for the victims who are still receiving treatment," Lucky said.

He also expressed regret over the deaths and injuries caused by the accident.

The four-day event, organized by Tidar and Muda Charaka, began on Aug. 6 and was scheduled to conclude on Sunday. A total of 337 competitors were registered in the car drag racing category.

The competition was halted following the accident.

Fatalities:

• Harianti Mokoginta
• Lisma Mokoginta
• Ali Ponamon
• Risna Longkun
• Biyo Mokoagow
• Rugaina Manangin
• Nilawati Mokodongan

Seriously Injured:

• Johar Mokoginta
• Rina Longkun
• Hadi Toisi
• Ali Jojang
• Murdani Pobela
• Muxin Dondo
• Arhan Mokoginta
• Rapiska Mokodongan
• Enjelia Lito
   

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