Pedestrian killed after being struck by bus in Adelaide CBD on Friday, 03 April 2026

What happened

Incident Overview

On Friday, 03 April 2026, a 39-year-old woman from North Adelaide died after being struck by a bus in Adelaide’s central business district. The incident occurred in the early afternoon, and the woman was pronounced deceased at the scene.

South Australia Police attended the scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances of the collision. Emergency services responded promptly to the incident.

Location and Time

The incident occurred in Adelaide’s CBD, Adelaide, South Australia, on Friday, 03 April 2026. The exact time of the collision was not specified in available reports.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Type: Bus
• Involvement: struck a pedestrian in the Adelaide CBD

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• 39-year-old woman from North Adelaide, pedestrian (deceased at scene)

Injuries

• None reported.

Emergency Response

Emergency services attended the scene following the collision. Hospital transport information was not reported in available sources. No road closures or traffic diversions were documented.

Investigation

South Australia Police are investigating the circumstances of the incident. Police indicated that the woman may have been retrieving something from the road at the time she was struck by the bus. No charges have been reported, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Appeal for Information

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information is urged to contact South Australia Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Information can also be reported online at the Crime Stoppers website.