News Forum - Singapore taxi drags traffic police officer from window

[Thaiger]

And you thought Thai taxi drivers were bad… A cab driver in Singapore was arrested after failing to comply with a traffic policeman. Instead, he argued before rolling up the taxi window on the police officer’s arm and driving off, dragging him down the road. The 69 year old taxi driver was arrested and faces charges for his reckless escapade. The Singapore Police Force released a statement today on the incident that happened on Holland Road Sunday afternoon. A Traffic Police (TP) officer alleged he saw the driver of the taxi using his mobile phone in violation of Singapore law. […]

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[kalyan]

Singapore is an example of many things, if we take positive things, why thailand should not consider to implement such rules ?

[Ramanathan.P]

It is not about the offence by the taxi driver. Is Thailand ready to implement and enforce such rules without accepting a simple apology and having to attend refresher courses?

[HiuMak]

“The police have zero tolerance towards such brazen acts of violence towards police officers or public servants carrying out their duties. The police will not hesitate to take firm action against those who endanger the safety of our officers or other road users.”

Oh boy the cabbie is in a lot of trouble. No amount of $$$ can buy you out of this mess.