Minibus rolls over on King Island, three flown to Melbourne

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 31 Oct, 00:50 · Archive

A minibus carrying ten people rolled over on King Island off Tasmania on Friday, with three seriously injured passengers flown to Melbourne hospitals.

A minibus carrying ten people rolled over on King Island, northwest of Tasmania, at around 4.20pm on Friday. The single vehicle crash occurred on South Road in Pearshape, in the island's rural southern region. All passengers were visitors to the island.

Three of the most seriously injured passengers were airlifted to hospitals in Melbourne, whilst others received treatment at King Island District hospital for less serious injuries. Tasmania Police investigators attended the scene.

The cause of the crash is still unknown and the investigation is ongoing. South Road remains partially closed.

How it is being reported

• Passengers of horror bus rollover on King Island flown to Melbourne hospitalsA minibus with ten people on board has rolled on a small Australian island, with medical teams from two states flown in.The West Australian · 31 Oct, 00:35
• Passengers of horror bus rollover on King Island flown to Melbourne hospitalsA minibus with ten people on board has rolled on a small Australian island, with medical teams from two states flown in.Perth Now · 31 Oct, 00:35

In this story: King Island · Tasmania · Melbourne · Bass Strait · Tasmania Police

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