A white luxury SUV with a “7” license plate was caught on video speeding along the EDSA Busway near Guadalupe Station on the evening of Sunday, November 3. The incident quickly went viral after the Special Action Investigation and Control Team (SAICT) shared footage of the vehicle fleeing after being flagged down for a traffic violation.
According to netizens who viewed the video, the Cadillac luxury SUV is allegedly owned by a senator, although the exact owner has not yet been confirmed. License plates marked with the number “7” are typically assigned to vehicles of legislators in the Philippines, fueling speculation that the vehicle may belong to a high-ranking government official.
SAICT operatives reported that they attempted to stop the SUV, but the vehicle sped away from authorities instead. Many questioned why the SUV was using the EDSA Busway, a lane specifically reserved for public buses to alleviate heavy traffic flow on the main thoroughfare. The presence of a luxury vehicle in the busway was a clear violation of traffic regulations.
Speculation among social media users suggests that the driver may have been under the influence of alcohol at the time, leading to reckless driving and an attempt to evade the authorities. However, no official statement has been released by the senator or any prominent official potentially connected to the incident. Police are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the identity of the driver and the SUV’s actual owner.
The incident has sparked heated discussions online, with many expressing frustration over what appears to be an abuse of privilege by some officials on the road. The episode highlights ongoing concerns regarding “VIP treatment” in traffic law enforcement, as some officials are repeatedly caught violating traffic rules without facing consequences.
‘Malamang lashing yang si SENADOR‼️’😬
— jcco (@Jjcruz2) November 3, 2024
||Dumaan sa EDSA busway ang isang puting SUV na may plakang "7" sa bahagi ng Guadalupe Station at tumakas matapos sitahin ng mga operatiba ng SAICT ngayong Linggo ng gabi, Nobyembre 3. (📹: SAICT) | via @manahan_job
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Citizens are calling on authorities to conduct a fair investigation and hold the violators accountable to ensure equal enforcement of the law for all motorists. This incident underscores the need for transparency and accountability in handling road violations, especially when high-profile individuals are involved.