Senator Cynthia Villar has issued a response following the circulation of a viral video showing her scolding a security guard. In the video, Villar appears visibly upset as she reprimands the guard for allowing vehicles to enter and exit their subdivision, allegedly without proper authorization. According to reports, the senator was angered because the guard permitted motorists to pass through without the required subdivision sticker, which she claimed was against the rules.
Villar explained her frustration in her statement, saying that her family owned the land and that they had been tolerating the passage of vehicles through the area for years. She emphasized that the situation violated local regulations and could potentially compromise the security of the community. “Kaya walang right of way ang BF!” (“That’s why BF has no right of way!”), she exclaimed during the video, referring to the long-standing debate over right-of-way issues in the subdivision.
In response to the negative reactions from some netizens, Villar expressed that the incident was being blown out of proportion. She said, “Walang magawa yun kasi gustong lumaban, wala namang performance kaya ginagawa balita” (“They have nothing to do and just want to fight; there’s no performance, that’s why it’s being made into news”). Villar’s remark appears to address her critics, dismissing their outrage as unfounded and politically motivated.
The viral video has reignited discussions about Villar’s behavior in public, with some viewers supporting her stance on security concerns while others criticize her confrontational tone. Many social media users argue that, as a public servant, Villar should handle such situations with more composure.
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This is not the first time Villar has been caught on video in a public confrontation. In the past, similar videos have surfaced showing the senator in heated exchanges with individuals, particularly over issues related to property rights and traffic management. These incidents have sparked both support and criticism of her direct approach to handling disputes.
As the video continues to spread online, it remains to be seen whether the incident will lead to further discussions on security protocols in private subdivisions or affect Villar’s political standing.