Viral video gets vlogger in trouble
The driver’s license of a social media vlogger has been suspended for 90 days after a video showing him committing several violations went viral. “In the viral video, the vlogger is seen driving a vehicle with a fake license plate, not wearing a seat belt and using a mobile phone while driving.
These violations are considered distracted driving and endanger other motorists,” a statement released by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) said on Thursday.
It added that it issued a show-cause order to the vlogger, which directed him to appear before its Intelligence and Investigation Division, where he must explain why he should not be held liable for multiple violations.
These were failure to attach an authorized motor vehicle license plate, mandatory use of seat belts, distracted driving, reckless driving and improper person to operate a motor vehicle.
The LTO has also placed his vehicle, a Ford Expedition, under alarm, along with an order that it be brought to the LTO’s motor vehicle inspection facility for a complete roadworthiness check.
The LTO has yet to disclose the individual’s name and other details.
