Video recorded in Pueblo Viejo, Magdalena, revealed how a tractor-trailer driver confronted police for having a motorcycle with altered license plates – credit @PasaenBogota/X
In an unexpected turn of daily events on the roads of Colombia, a tractor-trailer driver became the protagonist of a complaint that quickly went viral on social networks.
The situation occurred on October 26, 2024 in Pueblo Viejo, Magdalena, and has raised a controversy about transparency and respect for the law by those who must ensure its compliance, since In a video that the driver himself recorded, it was evident that a pair of police officers were traveling on a motorcycle with an altered license plate..
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In the video, which quickly circulated on platforms such as Facebook and Twitter, you can see the driver, visibly indignant, as he discovered the irregularity on the license plate of the police motorcycle.
Traffic regulations require compliance with rigorous standards, which include the use of official metal plates – credit @PasaenBogota/X
The man revealed on camera the motorcycle’s license plate, which was made of a plastic material with letters attached using black tapes, instead of an official and permanent metal plate, as required by traffic regulations.
During the verbal confrontation between the driver and the officers, the driver expressed his annoyance and demanded that the police officers identify themselves with the institution’s cards: “Plates re-engraved, identify yourself with your license. “Do me a favor”pointed out the man while recording the moment.
The driver even claimed that the police wanted to give him a summons for having gotten out to urinate on the road, so the confrontation escalated to the point where the driver requested a traffic unit to verify the legality of the situation, that the agents respond without showing discomfort about the accusations.
“What’s more, I’m going to turn off that car that we’re all packing here.. Call the traffic unit, please, look at those plates, these are pure stickers,” said the driver, outraged by the situation.
One of the police officers identified himself as an agent from the Pueblo Viejo station, Magdalena – credit @PasaenBogota/X
Following the driver’s request, one of the police officers identified himself as Deputy Superintendent Pablo Carrasco with license plate number 150730 and the name of the Pueblo Viejo Police Station, but did not give an explanation for the adulterated license plate.
In accordance with Law 769 of 2002, known as the National Traffic Code, The manipulation or adulteration of license plates is an infraction punishable by a fine equivalent to eight current legal daily minimum wages (Smldv)..
In this case, a motorcycle with altered plates could be immobilized, and both the driver and the owner would face penalties.
Law 769 of 2002 details severe fines for illegal manipulations of vehicle license plates – credit @PasaenBogota/X
With the arrival of the Halloween festivities in Bogotá, the Mobility authorities set off the alarms due to the organization of motorcyclist caravans that have become common in recent years.
These meetings, which may initially seem harmless, have generated concern among citizens, who have reported incidents of alcohol consumption and dangerous behavior on the roads.
To mitigate the risks associated with these activities, the Traffic Police announced the implementation of control measures in different parts of the Colombian capital.
Colonel Jhon Silva, commander of the Transit and Transportation section in Bogotá, reported that Checkpoints will be established to detect and sanction traffic violations during these crowds..
In that sense, Silva emphasized the importance of motorcyclists complying with current regulations to avoid accidents, especially those related to alcohol consumption and driving.
Colonel Silva also called on motorcyclists to respect traffic rules and use safety helmets, as he recalled that, although some participants dress up for the occasion, masks do not offer protection in case of falls.
In addition, he urged motorcyclists to refrain from performing stunts or dangerous maneuvers that could put their safety and that of other road users at risk.
