LTO XI issues 1,134 violation tickets during Undas road safety operation
The Land Transportation Office in Davao Region inspected 2,438 vehicles and barred 54 from the road during its Oct. 23 to Nov. 2 'Oplan Biyaheng Ayos' operation, with no significant incidents reported.
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) in Region XI issued 1,134 violation tickets during its 'Oplan Biyaheng Ayos' operation for Undas, according to Mindanao Times. The agency said no significant incidents were recorded.
LTO XI regional director Atty. Ernesto Raphael V. Robillo said on Wednesday that the operation ran from Oct. 23 to Nov. 2 at transport terminals and checkpoints across the region. Personnel inspected 2,438 motor vehicles. Of these, 2,384 passed and 54 were found unfit and unsafe and were not allowed to travel.
Among the apprehensions, 224 involved unregistered or delinquent vehicles, even though registration periods had been extended. Another 223 were for violations of the Seatbelt Law, 145 for driving without a license and 87 for reckless driving. The LTO also recorded 60 cases of improvised, temporary or fake plates, 32 buses and vans with defective parts such as headlights and windshields, and 12 colorum vehicles. A further 690 violations fell under other offenses. Violations of the Land Transportation and Traffic Code and the Motorcycle Helmet Act, along with overspeeding, were the most common in this group.
A total of 217 vehicles were impounded across the region. Of these, 163 were technical impoundments in which plates were confiscated, and 54 units were physically held. The LTO also carried out 203 drug tests and 11 alcohol breath analyzer tests, and all drivers tested negative or passed.
Robillo urged motorists to observe stricter road discipline and to put pedestrian safety first. "Pedestrians must be given the right of way at all times," he said. He added that drivers should watch pedestrian lanes closely, stop until people have fully crossed and avoid overtaking near crossings.
He also told vehicle owners not to wait for deadlines before renewing expired licenses and registrations. With December approaching, he warned against driving under the influence. He said holiday gatherings and parties raise road risks, especially for motorcyclists.
Why it matters for Davao
Davao motorists can expect continued LTO checks on registration, licenses, seatbelts and vehicle safety heading into the holiday season. The agency is urging drivers to renew documents early and to avoid driving after parties.
This article was written by the DavaoNews desk with AI assistance, using reporting by Mindanao Times. Facts come from the original report, which we credit and link below. Our editorial policy
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