LTO-7 orders barangay captain to explain viral traffic violations

The Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas (LTO-7) has issued a show cause order against Barangay Captain Felipe Diano of Barangay Basak, Mandaue City, following the circulation of a viral video showing him allegedly committing multiple traffic violations.

In a statement, LTO-7 said the show cause order requires Diano to personally appear before the agency’s Operations Division to explain his actions as the identified driver of a motorcycle involved in the incident.

The alleged violations occurred on January 5, 2026, along a road in Barangay Basak.

Based on the initial investigation, LTO-7 cited Diano for failure to wear the prescribed motorcycle helmet, reckless driving, and allegedly running a red traffic light.

The agency ordered him to submit a written explanation and to appear at the LTO-7 Operations Division office along N. Bacalso Avenue in Cebu City on Friday, January 9, 2026.

Diano was also directed to surrender his driver’s license and present the Official Receipt and Certificate of Registration of the motorcycle involved during the scheduled hearing.

Pending the resolution of the case, LTO-7 Director Glen Galario placed Diano’s driver’s license under a 90-day preventive suspension.

His driver’s license and the motorcycle’s registration were likewise placed under alarm status, effectively barring any transactions involving them while the investigation is ongoing.

LTO-7 warned that failure to appear and submit the required written explanation would be considered a waiver of Diano’s right to be heard, and that the case would be resolved based on the available records.

The agency said the issuance of the show cause order is part of its continuing campaign to strictly enforce traffic laws and promote road safety across Central Visayas.

LTO-7 reiterated that traffic regulations apply to all motorists without exception and stressed that public officials are expected to lead by example by complying with the same laws imposed on ordinary drivers.

The incident has renewed public discussion on road safety, traffic discipline, and the accountability of government officials in adhering to traffic rules.