A Toyota Yaris has been launched into the air and embedded deep into the side of a bus following a dramatic crash at an Archerfield intersection in Brisbane on Wednesday evening, with fortunate timing meaning no serious injuries were reported.
The collision occurred at approximately 6.30pm at the intersection of Beaudesert Road and Granard Road in Archerfield. Images from the scene showed the Yaris lodged significantly into the body of the bus, with the force of the impact clearly visible in the extent of the damage.
Lucky Escape as Bus Travels Without Passengers
Queensland Police confirmed no serious injuries resulted from the crash. The bus had only its driver on board at the time — a detail observers were quick to highlight as a crucial factor in avoiding what could have been a far more serious outcome.
"Good thing there were no passengers on the bus at the time because it would have been disastrous," one witness wrote on social media following the incident. Another echoed the sentiment, saying: "It is so lucky no one was on the bus."
Investigation Under Way in Brisbane's South
The Archerfield intersection where the crash took place sits in Brisbane's southern suburbs. Authorities attended the scene following the incident, which unfolded during the early evening.
The circumstances surrounding the crash — including what caused the Yaris to become airborne — are yet to be fully detailed by police. No further information on the condition of the car's occupants or the bus driver has been released at this stage, beyond the confirmation that no serious injuries were sustained.
For those following other major Brisbane incidents making news, authorities continue to urge road users to exercise caution at busy intersections, particularly during evening peak periods.
