The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has issued a show cause order against a tricycle owner in Pangasinan, Philippines, after a viral video showed him dragging a cat on the road. LTO chief Vigor Mendoza II condemned the act and vowed to hold the driver accountable. The driver will be asked to explain his actions, and his license may be suspended or revoked. The LTO has also invited the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) to participate in the investigation.
THE Land Transportation Office issued a show cause order against a tricycle owner over a viral video of him dragging a cat on the road in Malasiqui, Pangasinan. LTO chief Vigor Mendoza II said the registered owner of the tricycle with plate number 206-WLY, identified in published reports as 71-year-old Ciriaco Mendoza Jr., was seen driving the vehicle during the incident.'This is unacceptable and only shows the kind of character that this person has.
We hope for your positive reply and look forward to collaborating in resolving the case,' the agency added.The viral video, posted on Facebook Saturday by Ken Ordonio, shows a tricycle dragging a cat on a road in Pangasinan. The cat initially tried to keep up with the tricycle but gave up in the end and was dragged along the street. Ordonio's voice can be heard in the video accusing the driver of torturing the animal.Animal rights groups condemned the incident.
LTO Animal Cruelty Viral Video Tricycle Philippines
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
LTO suspends trucker’s license, issues show cause order over C5 crashLatest Philippine news from GMA News and 24 Oras. News, weather updates and livestreaming on Philippine politics, regions, showbiz, lifestyle, science and tech.
Read more »
LTO Issues Show Cause Order Against Driver of Van Involved in Quezon City Counterflow IncidentThe Land Transportation Office (LTO) has issued a Show Cause Order (SCO) against the owner and driver of a van involved in a counterflow incident in Quezon City. The incident, captured on video and shared widely on social media, showed the van driver blocking other motorists along Quirino Highway and engaging in reckless behavior. The LTO aims to identify the driver and determine potential sanctions, including suspension of the driver's license, for violations such as obstruction of traffic, reckless driving, and being an unfit person to operate a motor vehicle.
Read more »
LTO-7 Issues Show-Cause Orders to Cebu Drivers Involved in Holiday Season CrashesThe Land Transportation Office-Central Visayas (LTO-7) has issued show-cause orders (SCOs) to drivers involved in road accidents during the holiday season in Cebu. The drivers are required to explain their actions and potential violations of road safety regulations. The orders follow the directive of LTO chief Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza II and are part of efforts to enhance road safety and hold drivers accountable for their actions.
Read more »
Tricycle Owner Facing Show Cause Order After Viral Cat Dragging VideoThe Land Transportation Office (LTO) issued a show cause order against the owner of a tricycle involved in a viral video that showed a cat being dragged. The LTO launched a motu proprio investigation after the video circulated online, citing possible violations of traffic laws and the driver's fitness to operate a motor vehicle. The LTO has summoned the tricycle owner and driver to appear before its main office on January 20. The driver's license could be revoked if found guilty.
Read more »
LTO tells motorists to drive more safely amid expected post-holiday trafficThe Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Thursday urged motorists to take extra caution on the road as a large number of people are expected to go back to
Read more »
LTO-7 initiates deputization programCEBU CITY — To prepare for the expected increase in motor vehicle activity during the holiday season and the upcoming Sinulog Festival, the Land Transportation Office – Central Visayas (LTO-7) has initiated the deputization program for Cebu City traffic enforcers.
Read more »