A newly installed concrete bollard at Bankstown Central shopping centre in Sydney has created chaos for motorists, with four vehicles suffering significant damage in just one afternoon.
Dramatic Footage Captures Multiple Collisions
The problematic pole, positioned at the entrance to the car park, has been catching unsuspecting drivers off guard throughout the day. Security camera footage from the scene shows multiple vehicles making contact with the bollard, resulting in substantial damage to their sides and undercarriages.
One witness captured the aftermath of these incidents and shared the dramatic video on social media, where it quickly gained attention. "The Merc now, this guy's just done it now. They put these poles up here and security has not warned anyone," the witness can be heard saying in the viral clip.
Online Debate Over Responsibility
The circulating footage has sparked intense discussion among social media users about who bears responsibility for the repeated accidents. Many viewers argue that the bollard lacks proper signage and is positioned in a way that makes it difficult for drivers to spot until it's too late to avoid.
However, others maintain that drivers should exercise greater caution when navigating car park entrances and need to pay better attention to their surroundings. The debate continues to divide opinion between those blaming the shopping centre's installation and those criticising driver awareness.
Shopping Centre Safety Concerns
The concentration of four separate incidents occurring within hours of each other raises questions about the planning and implementation of the new safety feature. While bollards are typically installed to enhance pedestrian safety and control traffic flow, this particular installation appears to be creating more problems than it solves.
Local drivers are now calling for immediate action from Bankstown Central management, demanding either better signage, improved visibility measures, or reconsideration of the bollard's placement to prevent further vehicle damage and potential safety hazards.
