February 28, 2026

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Incident Overview
An 89-year-old man has died after he was struck by a bus on Mulgrave Road at Earlville. The incident was reported to emergency services on the afternoon of 28 February. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, 28 February 2026 (3:54pm)
  • Location: Mulgrave Road, Earlville, QLD

Vehicles Involved

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 89-year-old Earlville man, pedestrian, declared deceased at the scene
  • Injuries:
    • Not reported

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services were called to Mulgrave Road about 3.54pm following reports a man had been struck by a bus.
  • The pedestrian was declared deceased at the scene; no hospital transport was reported.
  • Road closures and diversions were not detailed.

Police Investigation
Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing and are being led by the Forensic Crash Unit.

  • No charges have been announced.
  • No court appearances have been listed.

Community Impact
The death has prompted an appeal for information from anyone who was in the area at the time, as investigators work to establish the circumstances of the crash.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant dashcam footage to come forward. Quote reference number QP2600396160.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444.