Currumbin, Gold Coast - Yesterday night, a passenger bus veered off Teemangum Street and struck a tree after its driver was targeted by individuals on e-bikes. The assailants hurled rocks at the vehicle's windscreen, causing the driver to lose control. The bus, carrying the driver and five passengers, was ambushed around 11:23 PM.
None of the passengers sustained injuries. The female bus driver was transported to Robina Hospital for observation as a precautionary measure following the incident. Police are actively searching for the group responsible, described as riding e-bikes. The investigation into the "hoon attack," as it was termed, continues.
Escalating Driver Concerns
This incident surfaces amid broader anxieties regarding the safety of bus drivers on the Gold Coast, particularly during night routes. Reports indicate that bus drivers are increasingly feeling vulnerable. There are concerns that without intervention, escalating attacks could lead to fatal outcomes.
Background of Attacks
The Transport Workers Union has previously voiced concerns about the rising threat to public transport workers. CCTV footage has reportedly shown bus drivers being the specific targets in many such encounters. Safety has been highlighted as a significant concern, with fears that the current situation is "a ticking time bomb."
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