In Bishkek, a public transport driver was fined for dropping off passengers on the roadway, outside of a stop. This was reported by the press service of the Patrol Police Service Department.
Reason for violation and investigation
According to the agency, law enforcement officers conducted an investigation after a video of the incident circulated on social media on November 12. During the investigation, the traffic violation was confirmed, and a protocol was drawn up against the driver in accordance with the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The driver himself explained that he committed the violation out of necessity. According to him, access to the official stop was blocked by other vehicles, and passengers insisted on being let out.
"People asked to be let out, I had to open the bus doors, but this will not happen again"
Context
The incident occurred in Bishkek and became the subject of an investigation by the Patrol Police Service Department after video materials were published online.
