The Land Transportation Office (LTO-6) has imposed a 90-day preventive suspension on the license of a Blue Daxi driver caught on viral video allegedly attempting to hack a motorcycle rider during a road rage incident in Barangay Ungka, Jaro, Iloilo City.
LTO-6 Regional Director Atty. Gaudioso P. Geduspan II issued the suspension order on Nov. 12, a day after the altercation took place.
According to a police report, the taxi driver allegedly cut off a motorcycle, triggering a heated confrontation.
During the argument, the taxi driver reportedly approached the rider and attempted to strike him with a bladed weapon.
In its order, the LTO-6 noted that the driver’s actions raised serious concerns regarding his discipline, conduct, and fitness to operate a public utility vehicle (PUV).
The agency cited violations of Section 48 of Republic Act No. 4136 (Land Transportation and Traffic Code) for reckless driving, as well as Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01, which penalizes discourtesy, arrogance, and misconduct among PUV drivers.
Alongside the suspension, the LTO-6 issued separate show cause orders to the driver and the taxi operator, directing them to submit a written explanation within five days of receipt.
The driver was also ordered to immediately surrender his license to the agency’s Intelligence and Investigation Unit.IMT
