A young man reportedly threatened a fare-checker, saying “Don’t test my patience,” after being confronted for not tapping his card to pay for his bus fare. The incident occurred on an SBS bus, where the elderly fare-checker was performing checks to ensure that passengers had tapped in their cards or paid for their ride.
The young man’s behavior is unacceptable and disrespectful towards the man, who was only performing his job to ensure the safety and fairness of the public transportation system. Threatening language and behavior towards public transportation workers will not be tolerated and can result in serious consequences.
It is important for all passengers to follow the rules and regulations set by public transportation authorities, including tapping in and out with their EZ-Link cards or other approved payment methods. Not only is it the law, but it also ensures that the bus captain and other transportation workers can do their jobs effectively and safely.
In this particular incident, the young man’s behavior was not only disrespectful but also illegal. Authorities are encouraged to take action against such behavior to send a clear message that threatening and disrespectful conduct towards public transportation workers will not be tolerated.
In conclusion, passengers should always show respect and courtesy towards public transportation workers, and follow the rules and regulations set by the authorities. Failure to do so can result in serious consequences, including fines and legal action.