Full Breakdown
Stunned Brisbane Drivers Watch Car Wedged in Bus After Airborne Crash
7/31/2026, 8:05:13 PM
Core Event
On a Wednesday evening in Rocklea, a blue Toyota Yaris struck a traffic island at the intersection of Beaudesert and Granard roads, became airborne and slammed into the side of a council-operated bus. The impact left the rear of the car protruding from the bus’s side, creating a dramatic scene that was captured on video by a passing motorist.
Sequence of Actions Leading to the Collision
Queensland police allege that a black SsangYong, driven by a 66-year-old man from Durack, attempted to merge from the centre lane and turn off near the same intersection. The Yaris driver, a 45-year-old woman from Pallara, swerved around the SsangYong while travelling in the outer lane. The maneuver caused her vehicle to lose control, launch over the traffic island and strike the bus.
Injuries, Fines and Immediate Aftermath
The Yaris driver was taken to hospital in a state of shock but survived; the bus driver, a 66-year-old man from Sunnybank Hills, sustained no serious injuries. No passengers were aboard the bus at the time, according to Brisbane City Council. Police issued a $690 fine and three demerit points to the SsangYong driver for driving without due care and attention.
Official Responses from Police and Council
Queensland police described the incident as a result of unsafe merging and loss of vehicle control, and they processed the fine for the SsangYong driver. Brisbane City Council confirmed that the bus was empty and that the incident caused no injuries to its driver.
Public Reaction and Safety Concerns
The unusual sight of a car lodged in a bus prompted widespread online sharing of the footage, with viewers expressing disbelief at the “car in the bus” visual. The crash has reignited local discussion about road safety at the busy Beaudesert-Granard intersection, though officials have not announced any immediate changes to traffic management.
