Driver Threatens Passenger with Profanity Over Mask-Wearing Dispute

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] As wearing masks has become mandatory when boarding buses to prevent the spread of COVID-19, disputes between bus drivers and passengers are occurring frequently.

According to the Haenam Police Station in Jeonnam on the 19th, a report was received on the 17th at around 12:30 PM from a man in his 30s, Mr. A, claiming he was being threatened by a bus driver at Haenam General Bus Terminal.

Mr. A stated that Mr. B, a man in his 60s and the bus driver, was driving recklessly without wearing a mask during operation. When Mr. A raised the issue, he was verbally abused and threatened by Mr. B.

The police are verifying the facts with both parties.

Previously, in Seoul and Pohang, there have been multiple mask-related disputes, including incidents where passengers assaulted bus drivers who insisted on proper mask-wearing.

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