PUV Driver Criticizes Traffic Enforcer for Giving Him Citation Ticket Over Violation
A PUV driver received a flood of comments after criticizing a traffic enforcer who issued him a ticket for a violation.
Recently, Balmond Caparas, a Facebook user, shared a photo of the ticket given to him after committing a traffic violation. The post quickly went viral and gained various reactions from the online community.
Based on the citation, he was caught in a no loading and unloading zone, which is a common rule enforced in busy areas to keep traffic moving smoothly.
In his post, Caparas expressed frustration toward the enforcer, saying that there was no consideration given despite the difficult situation many drivers are facing. He pointed out that with the current economic challenges, especially the rising cost of fuel, drivers like him are already struggling to earn enough for their daily needs.
The driver also questioned what happens when enforcers make mistakes, suggesting that there should be accountability on both sides. For him, strict enforcement without understanding the situation of drivers can feel unfair and discouraging.
However, not everyone agreed with his sentiments. Many netizens reminded him that traffic rules are in place for a reason and should be followed at all times. Some pointed out that no loading and unloading zones are clearly marked, and drivers are expected to comply regardless of personal circumstances.
Here is the full post:
“ganito ang ibang enforcer dito sa PASIG walang konsiderasyon/pakialam sa likod ng kinahaharap natin na CRISIS ngayon,, kapag ba ang enforcer nagkamali sa paghain ng isang Violation ano ba ang mangyayari sa kanya,, para sa akin opinyon tanggalin kaagad kagaya ng paghain ng isang Violation ng walang konsideraayon/pakialam..ginagamit sa pagabuso ng awtoridad ang paninicket….”
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The social media users expressed their reactions to the post:
