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A content creator has come under fire after attempting a “random train date challenge” inside an LRT-2 train, prompting netizens to urge the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) to pursue legal action.
The vlogger, using the TikTok handle @TrionKwentos, allegedly endangered passengers’ safety during the stunt.
In the viral video, the vlogger sets up a white table inside the train, complete with glasses, candles, and chocolate bars. A male companion, dressed as a waiter, assists in staging the date. However, the challenge was cut short when a security guard intervened, halting the activity before it could fully unfold. Despite this, the vlogger managed to feed chocolate to a hesitant female passenger sitting beside him.
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The LRTA issued a statement after the video spread online, clarifying that the vlogger had violated safety regulations and did not have permission to film the content. They highlighted the potential danger of sudden train stops, which could have caused the items on the table to fly off, possibly injuring passengers.
“We do not allow such activities inside the train due to safety concerns,” said LRTA Administrator Hernando Cabrera. “Any sudden activation of emergency brakes or sudden stops could send items flying, posing a risk to other passengers. Eating inside the train is also prohibited.”
Cabrera also mentioned that the privacy of other passengers was compromised, noting that the LRTA regularly receives complaints about unauthorized filming inside the trains.
While the LRTA is considering sending a formal notice or calling the vlogger in for a discussion, Cabrera emphasized that they do not plan to escalate the situation. “We will remind him and ensure similar activities are stopped to prevent them from becoming a trend.”
However, netizens were not satisfied with just a warning. Many took to social media, calling on the LRTA to file charges against the vlogger to set an example for others. They argued that the incident highlighted the need for responsible content creation, particularly in public spaces where safety and privacy are paramount.
