Motorcycle Rider in Murcia Road Rage Incident Ordered by LTO to Explain
The Land Transportation Office in the Negros Island Region has issued a show cause order against a motorcycle rider in a road rage incident.
On Sunday afternoon (March 8, 2026), a motorcycle rider mauled a 67-year-old man along the national highway in Barangay Salvacion in the town of Murcia during a traffic altercation. The incident left the elderly man injured.
Authorities said the confrontation involved a Toyota Wigo driven by a senior citizen from Purok Malunggay in Barangay Zone V, Murcia, and a Honda Beat motorcycle driven by a 30-year-old man from Sitio Tayap, Barangay Patag in Silay City.
Based on the initial investigation of the Murcia Municipal Police Station, both vehicles were traveling in the same direction when the rider suddenly overtook the car. After passing the vehicle, the rider reportedly blocked the path of the Toyota Wigo in Purok Bernabe.
The motorcycle rider allegedly approached the driver and punched the elderly man, causing injuries to his face. The victim, who is a widower, was hurt during the attack and later received medical attention.
Both individuals were brought to the Municipal Health Unit for medical examination after the incident. Police temporarily took the motorcycle rider into custody while authorities began their investigation.
A case for physical injury has already been filed against the suspect, who is currently detained at the Murcia Police Station while the case undergoes inquest proceedings.
Meanwhile, the Land Transportation Office launched its own administrative investigation. Through the show cause order, the rider is required to explain why his driver’s license should not be suspended or revoked following the road rage incident.
Authorities reminded motorists to remain calm and responsible while driving. They emphasized that disagreements on the road should never lead to violence, especially when it puts the safety of others at risk.
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