LTO summons Taytay councilor over video of dancing while driving

Inquirer.net - Nov 15, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — A councilor from Taytay, Rizal has been ordered to explain why she should not face sanctions after a video showed her recording herself and dancing while driving. The Land Transportation Office (LTO) issued a show cause order (SCO) against the councilor over possible violations of the Anti-Distracted Driving Act, reckless driving regulations

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