The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has revoked the license of a driver associated with the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) after an investigation into the misuse of license plates. The driver, employed by MMDA General Manager Nicolas Torre III, was found to have violated regulations by using plates assigned to official vehicles without authorization.
The revocation followed a video-recorded incident showing the driver operating a vehicle with MMDA markings, including a body number, siren, and other identifiers. LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Markus Lacanilao stated that the violations were part of a pattern, leading to the decision to revoke the license.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about the proper use of official vehicle plates in Manila. The MMDA, responsible for managing traffic and transportation in the National Capital Region, faces scrutiny over administrative lapses. No further details have been released about the driver’s next steps or potential disciplinary actions against the MMDA.
