LTFRB summons counterflowing PUJ driver

MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has ordered a public utility jeepney operator to explain an incident where its PUJ driver drove in counterflow along Baesa Road in Quezon City.

Netizens posted a video of the incident and called out the driver through a social media group.

LTFRB acting Chairman Greg Pua Jr. said the driver put other road users at risk.

“Let this investigation serve as a strong message to the driver. The LTFRB would not tolerate this kind of behavior on the road,” Pua said.

“The public can be assured of our quick action on this matter,” he added, as expressed gratitude for the netizens’ report.

Pua said the cooperation of the community is important in imposing road courtesy and discipline against erring drivers in the public transportation sector.

In its show-cause order, the LTFRB asked the PUJ operator to explain why its franchise should not be revoked or suspended over the road safety violation, failure to provide a safe and comfortable transportation to commuters and for employing a reckless driver.

The LTFRB also ordered the driver to appear for a hearing on Sept. 3.