Bus Driver Pleads Not Guilty in fatal Brisbane CBD Crash
A 70-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to charges related to the tragic death of 18-year-old Tia Cameron in a Brisbane CBD bus crash earlier this year. Lindsay Selby appeared in Brisbane Magistrates Court on tuesday, facing a charge of driving without due care and attention causing death.
The courtroom was packed with over 40 people, including more than a dozen family and friends of the victim, prompting the proceedings to be moved to a larger space.selby, dressed in a maroon button-up shirt, arrived before 9 am and offered a simple “Not guilty, your honor” when asked for his plea – his only spoken words during the initial court session.
The Incident: A Moment Captured on camera
The case centers around a devastating incident that occurred on March 8, 2024. A brisbane City Council bus, driven by Selby, mounted a footpath on Edward Street. It tragically pinned Cameron against the wall of the Anzac Square Arcade building, resulting in her immediate death.
Court proceedings included the repeated playing of CCTV footage from multiple angles, visually documenting the crash. The footage showed the bus making a sharp left turn in an attempt to avoid oncoming traffic, but failing to reduce speed beforehand. The bus was traveling approximately 23 kilometers per hour at the time of impact.
Understandably, the broadcast of the footage was deeply emotional, with audible sobs from those present.
What the Footage Reveals
I’ve found that reviewing such footage is crucial in understanding the sequence of events. The CCTV clearly illustrates the bus’s maneuver to avoid vehicles ahead. However, it also highlights the lack of deceleration prior to the turn, a critical factor in the ensuing tragedy.
hear’s a breakdown of what the footage reportedly showed:
* Initial Conditions: The bus was approaching a section of Edward Street with traffic.
* Avoidance Maneuver: Selby attempted to avoid cars in front of the bus by turning sharply to the left.
* Lack of Deceleration: Crucially, the bus did not slow down before initiating the turn.
* Impact: The bus mounted the footpath,leading to the fatal collision with Tia Cameron.
Looking Ahead: The Trial Continues
This case is understandably sensitive, involving a young life lost and a driver facing serious charges. As the trial progresses, you can expect a detailed examination of the evidence, including expert testimony regarding speed, road conditions, and driver response time.
The focus will likely be on determining weather Selby’s actions constituted a failure to exercise due care and attention, and whether that failure directly caused Cameron’s death. The outcome of this trial will undoubtedly have a significant impact on all involved, and will likely prompt further discussion about road safety within the city.
