When a Taxi Driver Turns Into a Drama King
The Incident
Three weeks after ejecting a pregnant woman and her two toddlers from his cab, Lin—now a disgraced driver—finally opened up about what really happened. The incident went viral on Facebook after the passenger’s husband, Zdhnray Mohammad, posted a scathing complaint.
What He Says
- Missed the Exit – According to Lin, he had followed the woman’s suggested route but accidentally missed the Seletar Expressway exit because he was chatting with her.
- Escaping the U‑turn – Unable to turn back on the expressway, he was forced to head onto the Central Expressway instead.
- The Fare Fallout – He Figured the ride should run at least $18: a $3.30 booking fee, $4.10 for the meter, and $1 peak‑hour surcharge. But the woman claimed the fare was only $14.
- Heart Attack on the Phone – After the wife’s widowed husband went on a tirade, Lin’s blood pressure spiked. He has high blood pressure and heart disease, so he told the family he had to head home and take his medication.
- Not Heartless – Even though he couldn’t finish the job, he made sure the family got into another cab before he left.
- Demanding a Refund – He asked ComfortDelGro to cancel the $27.15 fee that would have been charged.
Beyond the Cab
Lin’s firing was described by the company as “completely unacceptable” behavior. The Land Transport Authority is now looking into the case, and Lin is worried about his driving licence—which would mean no more income. He’s 66, already carrying the weight of a mother in her 80s, and has a serious hand injury that complicates any new job.
Wrap Up
In the end, Lin’s story is a reminder that in the fast‑paced world of rides, a single slip can spiral into a full‑blown drama. Whether his tale turns into a cautionary legend or just another headline—time will tell.
