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DOTr suspends license of bus driver after PWD mauling incident
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) suspended for 90 days the license of a bus driver involved in an incident where a person with disability (PWD) was mauled by passengers on the Edsa bus carousel.
The victim, known by the nickname "Macmac," reportedly has a mental disability and was attacked by other passengers after boarding the bus at the Kamuning station.
The incident took place near the Buendia station on Monday, June 9.
DOTr Secretary Vince Dizon expressed disappointment, stating that commuters should have been more understanding towards the victim and that stricter penalties will be imposed.
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has received statements from the bus driver and conductor, who claim the victim was biting.
The DOTr has issued a show cause order to the bus company, emphasizing the government's responsibility to protect the most vulnerable.
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