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In Bangkok, a taxi driver ignited a heated debate after refusing to accept a bank transfer and allegedly demanding extra fare from a passenger. The incident occurred when a female passenger needed to withdraw cash from an ATM, causing a delay.

 

The confrontation came to light when a bystander captured the argument on video and shared it on Facebook. In the post, he criticised the driver for his actions, suggesting that he was trying to swindle the passenger out of extra money.

 

In the video, the passenger explained that the driver tried to charge her more due to the delay. The driver argued that he had been waiting for over 30 minutes, leading to a loss of potential earnings.

 

The bystander supported the passenger, suggesting that drivers should offer more payment options to enhance convenience. He noted that accepting bank transfers could prevent similar situations in the future.

 

 

The driver, however, defended his position, insisting that cash is more secure than digital payments and expressing disapproval of over-reliance on mobile phones. Despite his protests, the video appeared to show him grabbing the woman's arm while demanding additional fare.

 

Opinions online were mixed. Some sided with the driver, asserting his right to refuse digital payments. Others suspected him of avoiding income tax, suggesting that such behaviour pushes passengers towards ride-hailing apps.

 

Users advised passengers to confirm payment methods at the start of their journey. Additionally, there were calls for the driver to be investigated by the Department of Land Transport, with claims of previous dubious conduct further fueling the controversy.

 

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Talking about taxis. Just returned to OZ after a stint to LOS. Wife left one luggage on the trolley by mistake, the taxi driver waited about 20 minutes till she retrieved it. Missed one customer while waiting. Never ask for more payment, but I paid him extra on the final destination.

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