Man Handcuffs Himself to Tow Truck in Parking Dispute
A man caused a stir in North Caloocan on Friday morning by handcuffing himself to the towing cable of a Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) truck during a parking violation incident. This unusual act happened around 10 a.m. and involved MMDA Special Operations Group personnel attempting to tow the man’s vehicle for an alleged illegal parking.
According to sources familiar with the matter, the MMDA team was preparing to tow the vehicle when the man suddenly resisted and fastened handcuffs to the tow cable, effectively preventing the vehicle from being moved. The incident led to a minor traffic disruption and attracted the attention of nearby pedestrians and drivers.
Resolution and Official Response
After a brief negotiation with MMDA officials, including the agency’s head, the man agreed to remove the handcuffs. No injuries or arrests were reported during the incident. Community leaders said the situation was handled calmly and resolved without escalating further.
The MMDA reminded the public to adhere to traffic and parking rules to avoid similar confrontations. They emphasized the importance of cooperation during vehicle towing to maintain smooth traffic flow and public safety.
This event highlights the challenges faced by traffic enforcers and the consequences of resisting lawful towing operations. Authorities continue to urge motorists to comply with parking regulations and respect enforcement personnel.
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