(UPDATE) A motorist who cut the line, argued with a traffic enforcer, and name-dropped an officer outside La Salle Green Hills, is facing sanction after the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) filed a complaint with the Land Transportation Office (LTO)., This news data comes from:http://771bg.com

Motorist in San Juan traffic spat faces sanction

MMDA Chairman Romando Artes, in a letter sent on Friday to LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza, recounted that the driver attempted to cut into the traffic queue on Ortigas Avenue near the school on Aug. 8, prompting an MMDA enforcer to stop her.

Motorist in San Juan traffic spat faces sanction

“In the audio of the video taken of the incident, a woman’s voice could be heard arguing and berating the MMDA traffic enforcer, who prevented her attempt on queue-jumping,” Artes wrote.

He added, “Despite her name-dropping, the traffic personnel stood their ground and were not intimidated.”

The driver, who was behind the wheel of a white Toyota Hiace van, has been tagged under the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) for obstruction.

Artes emphasized in the letter that even with cones and school security personnel helping to manage traffic, some motorists still tried to cut in, leading to confrontations that worsened congestion in the area.

Also, the MMDA reminded parents and drivers of school service and private vehicles to remain calm when flagged by enforcers, who are tasked to manage traffic flow and enforce road rules.

The incident came just days after the MMDA flagged La Salle Green Hills for worsening congestion around the Ortigas Avenue area during school hours, prompting the school to deploy its own personnel to assist in traffic management.

MMDA authorities have repeatedly appealed to motorists to respect the queuing system near schools, warning that illegal maneuvers not only disrupt traffic but also increase risks for students crossing the road.

The complaint filed with the LTO included a copy of the violation ticket issued under NCAP, as well as the video and photographs taken of the incident.

If the LTO finds merit in the complaint, the driver may face disciplinary sanction ranging from fines to the suspension or revocation of her license, depending on the outcome of due process.