American Is Attacked By A Filipino Taxi Driver & Takes Matters Into His Own Hands - Literally

Dr. Eric Terry, a tourist from America, was attacked by his Grab taxi driver and took matters into his own hands - literally. Here is his story. I hope we can learn from his experience. Thanks for watching.
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[@calroach1]

We're not advocating violence. This video is about self defense and knowing your rights overseas. Before you criticize put yourself in his shoes.

[@theshadow532]

Cal. You can correct me on this but I assume his fiance is Filipino! If so, foreigners must be careful due to jealousy. Especially black Americans. They sometimes can't stand to see their women with foreigners Especially black guys. This may have been what triggers the guy. Who knows, he may have lose his girl to a foreigner. I've experienced this when I'm with my wife as well. However, believe it or not I've seen more Filipinos women jealous of other Filipinos women who are with foreigners. The lighter her skin the more the Envy. Colorism is the bastard child of racism.

[@acw2237]

Remember kids.... . Not all filipinos are friendly ...

[@ratchfordgeorge]

If the driver said no, just move on. It's his rules.

[@derekcasanares4785]

yeah - he should not have sat in the front seat

[@NYCCamper]

I'm not forcing anyone to take my money. Next cab up.

[@inb2551]

There are Philippino Gangs, and Taxi drivers know them all. Be careful.

[@kingbeestacker873]

That cab driver lost his damn mind.

[@henrymcmiller2527]

There are many taxis. Remember we are non citizens. I would relent and simply find another cab.

[@monketstyling]

You better move brother, there's probably even Philippinos watching this that might get on you so not too smart to be starting things there.

[@calroach1]

@monketstyling he wasn't starting something. Filipinos would have done the same thing. It isn't them against us.

[@michaelangelo6947]

Even though the driver should have never became aggressive and got what was necessary, if he didn't want anyone in the front seat, seems like you should have just respected that and just ordered another cab. It seems like he felt disrepected.

[@RedHorseAdventures]

Yeah, that part of the story is #1 where this guy pushed when he shouldn’t have. Something about this is not adding up. I think our foreigner friend decided he was the going to tell the driver how things were going to work and got himself hemmed up. Grin and brag all you want, but I don’t think this will end well.

[@rickbold9337]

True

[@Vintagenegro]

​did you listen to the story ? He did respect it. He said he wanted another cab, and the dude attacked him.

[@marcgoldbergdogtrainer]

Clearly a highly intelligent man who didn’t use his best judgement in this situation. He could have walked away way before it got physical. Remember the American who got shǒț in Cebu by a Filipino for a lot less that this? Driver knows where you live.

[@krakerjak3]

School doesnt make you intelligent, it makes you indoctrinated. Its like the saying.."you cant buy common sense". I used to work at a hospital, and I can tell you some of the dumbest people Ive ever met are doctors

[@LawrenceWeber-z5o]

exactly. I live here and often have to remind myself to be calm when facing all the stupidity here.

[@leemeng]

This probably went too far. You could report his attack to Grab and he'll get booted off the platform, which is an even greater consequence.

[@PhotoDaveJax]

Also… we’ve heard that any argument or altercation between a gringo and a local, the officials will generally side with the local. So be careful folks. ⚠️😉👍

[@enjoylife1965]

I'm so happy that the police in the us are not like that if you're in the wrong i don't care what country you come from they're going to do their job the right way they are not going to be biased inside with people just because they're from the us but i do understand there's no country in the earth that is going to be like the us around from

[@rmb8377]

Gringo, seriously? That term as you may already know was coined by Mexicans during one of the American invasions of Mexico and it specifically means WHITE American or Canadian, sometimes even European but it means WHITE. Some Mexicans/Latin Americans may call other races gringos to play along but behind their back, they refer to them by race.

[@PhotoDaveJax]

@@rmb8377 Used the term less seriously, more generically. 🤷‍♂️👍

[@philmcleod111]

His taxi , his rules, just move on

[@frankellis9627]

Nice story. But I would've taken myself out of that situation (no talking) and called another Grab 🤨

[@bobnewhart4318]

Not everybody chooses to act casually after getting punched in your nose

[@frankellis9627]

@bobnewhart4318 True, but that punch would never have happened. Real Talk 🤨

[@bobnewhart4318]

@@Rwj378 unless we heard two different stories he stepped out the cab of the Filipino confronted him and punched him in his nose outside the vechile

[@erikdahl1293]

Yeah the doc needs to get his story straight. The way he said the altercations occurred doesn't add up.

[@WAdelstein]

The question is when to report an assault-altercation in which you win as it’s a culture of snitching especially against Americans. S/E Asia is like that in general, PI more so because of church teachings. The law and the public is on their side and with left wing politics they know it. Are you soon as it gets harder to make a living as things keep going downhill around the world people are going to act out against objects of their resentment. Foreigners with local women don’t exactly win affections. Be careful.

[@Leonard369C]

Honestly, speaking, if I were, Eric, I would relocate immediately, those folks move very differently over there, and you caused him to lose face.

[@calroach1]

Come on man you're instigating violence. Filipinos would have done the same.

[@Leonard369C]

The only one doing any instigating was Eric by not honoring the drivers request and then calling it stupid. He was foolish once he should not be foolish by staying there, he humiliated that man in front of other Filipinos, and the man knows where he lives. If Eric story is correct, the driver has already demonstrated his willingness to be violent. You don’t stir up a beehive and stand in the same spot no matter how right you think you are.

[@bobnewhart4318]

@@Leonard369C so I guess being punched in your nose by a random stranger isn't considered embarrassing to Eric because he's not Filipino. keep grandstanding

[@Leonard369C]

@@bobnewhart4318 Bob, I see how you conveniently started the story at the punch. Remember, the event took place in the front seat of the drivers property, where Eric was told he could not sit, and to add insult to injury, he call the man’s decision stupid, so if you’re going to tell the story, start at the beginning, not to justify the punch, but if he had respected that man’s decision and property, the incident would have never occurred. Now grandstand that! He instigated the incident and now wants to play victim to avoid the consequences of his arrogant disrespectful behavior.

[@ThePhenomenalLife]

As an African Vodoun Priest who has traveled throughout Asia, I wouldn't be suprised if the man soughtout a local spirit worker and set a bad spirit on him. You don't have to believe, see, hear. touch, smell or taste something for it to be real and for it to be dangerous (Bacteria, Viruses and Spirits). The Philippines are lit and they deeply honor and work with their ancestors and the dead. Stay woke my brother!

[@MichaelAlexander-zv3go]

I'm very happy that my brother was able to protect himself 🙏

[@enjoylife1965]

I just get pissed off when i hear things like this. I have been here 3 years and to be honest it has been very hard to find one person to trust everybody you meet seems like they want you to give them money and rip you off

[@bobnewhart4318]

Yeah it tends to be that way most times over there

[@LawrenceWeber-z5o]

roger that, I live here and constantly having to fend off loans to others. Hell, I even got approached by another Yank who said his wallet was stolen and needed money to get back to his place. Gave him P500 and I'm sure I got scammed, oh well

[@Kevins-Philippine-Retirement]

I am a vermteran marrial artist also, and had to administer the same technique one time here in the Philippines too. It is effective and reasonably gentle. Sadly, here in the Philippines it is often a lose lose situation, and many are very thin skinned and vengeful. They rarely get thier revenge single handedly but usually with a mob.

[@Kenski41]

A baseball bat was pulled on me b4 the pandemic because he said i owed him 100 peso tip. So i always have a walking cane with me rather i need it or not. When he realized i wasn't no joke he got back in the car. He didn't know i was a 2 war Veteran and a former Army boxer and coach. It could have ended bad if my looks and size wasn't intimidating.

[@Kenski41]

@wanderingdoc5075 don't be curious, that point isn't working for you because you not reading correctly. It says if I need it or not. But by the way I was tough and hard enough to be 101st and 82nd Airborne soldier to be injured in war to acquire a hip replacement. Sleep and don't be curious.

[@bobnewhart4318]

@@wanderingdoc5075 no you don't bring your hands to a baseball bat fight

[@markedwards8327]

End up in jail over there gotta be careful

[@stoneshorty]

Filipinos need to be kind to foreigners and foreigners be kind to Filipinos. Some are not kind to each other.

[@oz-zy]

Salute to Eric. Don’t take no shit from nobody. It don’t matter if you’re a foreigner in their country. It’s about the principle. Now the driver will have second thoughts about doing this to another visitor.

[@LawrenceWeber-z5o]

obviously you have never spent time here or most other countries in SEAsia, how about you come over here or better yet in Thailand and start an altercation with a taxi driver who is trying to overcharge you?

[@zvbx]

We may be visitors but we’re definitely not punching bags. Defend yourself when necessary.

[@bobnewhart4318]

100% facts

[@kennethboehnen271]

Avoid necks and let security handle it.

[@zvbx]

@@kennethboehnen271 Avoid trying to punch other people then there’s no need to worry about necks.

[@bobnewhart4318]

@@kennethboehnen271 avoid punching people bigger than you in the nose if you don't want to be taken to the brink of death

[@LawrenceWeber-z5o]

avoid such situations in the first place as you are indeed a visitor and have little to no rights here.

[@acknights4951]

Be Careful gentleman, remember what happened to the American guy in Cebu.

[@calroach1]

Don't lay down over here either and let people roll over you. It's called SELF defense 💪🏾

[@bobnewhart4318]

@@calroach1 100% facts Calvin just because I'm a visitor in the country doesn't mean my instincts for self-preservation should get left at the airport. Not everybody chooses to roll over and grandstand to seem like they're one with the people

[@jd1811]

@@calroach1but if you defend yourself, be prepared to go to jail even if your in the right. Nothing against Eric, but he needs to insure he doesn’t get charges against him now.

[@calroach1]

I'm not worried about it. He simply wanted to tell his story and people are angry because of the way he told you. Go figure.

[@theshadow532]

People in the Philippines can sometimes be so unappreciative. You got American soldiers including black soldiers ready to put there life on the line for the freedom of the Philippines and you get treated that way. Not to mention the millions upon millions we spend here so their economy can flourish so that taxi gay can make a living and they still don't get it. As long as they think with a third world mind this will always be a third world country.

[@Passport-X]

Cal I think he should have just ordered another cab. Why put yourself through all of that mess. I'm not going to argue over how a cab driver runs his business.

[@calroach1]

You have to know Eric to know how easy going and professional he is. He did say let's order another taxi.

[@Passport-X]

@@calroach1 I will take your word for it Cal. I was just going off the great advice that you give all of us. Avoid unnecessary conflicts. Eric seems like a peaceful guy.

[@Kory8611]

​@Passport-X Right because that fight incident could cause for Friendly Fire 🔫..I would have got out the cab 🚖 and got another one..Maybe report it to the company

[@Area51-is6vg]

I agree with YOU 100%. I don't live in Filipino. Guys do NOT do what Eric did. Eric went to far on the "Taxi Driver " over just a seat. All Eric and his friends have to do is get out of his car and order another cab. and move with your day. Sounds like Eric wants to show off his fighting skills.

[@frankellis9627]

@@Kory8611 Exactly 🤔

[@ez12like]

Sounds like someone is doing more bragging about himself than telling what happened.

[@calroach1]

What difference does it make? You're lost in translation

[@Cowboysfan4ever]

Amazing how they always get that a** handed to them when they don’t have their brothers, uncle, cousins all jumping on you

[@RollinCoco-Nut]

Exactly.

[@Angelynwilson777]

U should to know the Uber or cab driver side before u react it’s hard to believe only one side story if ur smart enough . Well if u are same asshole like him u do the same for sure .

[@willierivers2070]

I'm really glad that you defended yourself, and everything went well for you my brother!

[@kevinjennings5816]

I agree that we should avoid a fight if possible, but if necessary do what you have to!!!

[@gregmasters8558]

Very dangerous fighting a Filipino taxi driver alot of them have illegal firearms.

[@paulog9109]

Eric - you've just made yourself a target for revenge buddy - you're in the Philippines and they have their pride. Stay safe.

[@patland1762]

False pride.

[@rl8571]

Nah.. in the Philippines, if its an American they would go to the barrangay or police to pursue a settlement since they know we have money . They only do revenge on fellow Filipino. The guy is a cab driver.

[@bobnewhart4318]

@@patland1762 very false

[@acw2237]

Exactly . More like thin skinned cry babies​@patland1762

[@LawrenceWeber-z5o]

@@bobnewhart4318 doesn't matter when they come looking for revenge

[@11Suncere]

I hope this brother will be okay with immigration and other things in the Philippines. I seen he said that he was assaulted first but remember they will believe them first and sort it out later be safe guys.

[@alchemist8992]

self defense to avoid and diffuse sutuations > self defense to antagonize and handle situations

[@goldengate8287]

Thanks for sharing …. If you stay ready you don’t have to get ready … also shows it helps to have a traveling companion….

[@playa2u547]

Agree with some of the comments in regards to deleting this video…the Dr. was absolutely in the right and was wronged however even with CCTV (if it was functioning) this will 100% be turned around on him. I’ve lived in Asia for the last 35 years and travel extensively. Have seen this happen nearly “every” time

[@calroach1]

I won't delete this video. He talks about the incident in a general way. Westerners are always making a mountain out of a mole hill. The taxi driver learned to keep his hands to himself.

[@enjoylife1965]

But i do understand there is no country that is going to be like the united states no matter where you go

[@krakerjak3]

I disagree. Thanks to american movies and now social media, the younger generations around the world are following america's footsteps. America is bringing the whole world down, watch

[@xavierallen6274]

Self defense is self defense! He did say the driver swung first...did he not?

[@bobnewhart4318]

Exactly

[@SonofHerne5631]

​... Absolutely... He took his chance and lost... Simple.. I bet he'll think twice next time 🤗

[@kennethboehnen271]

Who cares? He could still walk away, and security was on scene.

[@bobnewhart4318]

@@kennethboehnen271 lol that was a random desk attendant not security nobody has a clue what you're talking about

[@Stonefeather53]

who forced himself into the front seat against clear instructions its a no go by driver. Altercation was in front seats.

[@overland5.710]

SOME OF THESE MANILA CAB DRIVERS ALWAYS LOOK FOR TROUBLE OMG I HAVE FEW RUNS WITH THEM ONLY IN MANILA ESPECIALLY AT THE AIRPORT

[@calroach1]

Right.

[@LawrenceWeber-z5o]

best to avoid taxis here, Grab is almost always okay

[@rickychan1047]

*the doc needs to be extra careful/humble, as bro Calvin has mentioned before. If they feel disrespected he could comeback with 1/2 dozen others & armed even😬💀

[@moontides7220]

Bully! Driver said no. Period! You are not in America! Get it.!!!

[@zvbx]

The Uber driver got it.

[@scottramey4443]

​@@zvbxno Uber in philippines

[@zvbx]

@@scottramey4443 Uber, Grabe, Cab, chauffeur, bus whomever. Keep your hands to yourself.

[@waltermoorer4566]

That's the case in every country I'm currently in Nicaragua and some cab driver I caught taking a piss on a wall at my house. I confronted him from my front door and the guy curses at me than through a rock at me striking me in the arm and through a glass back at him and servral😢 neighbors witnessed this. But this cable went to the cops and filled a complaints and I Ended having to pay him for damages. So yes make sure you file a report first .

[@geostruth9115]

More important than learning self-defense is being physically and, most importantly, mentally capable of defending yourself. Us seniors must get off the couch and get rid of the fat and build muscle. 💪

[@bern555]

Eric going after Uber is good thinking. I hope the driver knows he may lose his job and paycheck. Also, no one knows what to do if put in this situation until it happens; that's when instincts kick in. I am glad Eric got out of there, and it was an Uber, and not a cab driver you need to be careful of those guys. There could have been 20 cabs coming down on him in a few seconds. Those guys stick together like glue.

[@Mdp755]

I’m guessing that there is more to this story. You have to read between the lines. Americans can be something else. Sounds like he was willing to take him out. did he realize he’s in the cab driver’s country. Calvin said he has never had any issues, because he knows how to handle his self and respect the Philippine people. This guy is weird.

[@calroach1]

Come on man with the name calling. Just say you would have handled it differently.

[@danelviefamilyvlog]

Once in Manila we had a taxi with an attitude problem, he seemed angry for something before we got in. He didn’t know how to get us to the hotel and was asking people on the street for directions. He refused to put the aircon on I was sweating bullets. What should have been around 200 pesos, he was demanding angrily in Bisaya to my wife 700. I always give extra but this time no. I could see he is trying to intimidate her. I took her by the hand and went inside the hotel. Told the lady at the desk if that taxi driver comes in here call the police. He stood out there staring at us for a few minutes then took off.

[@dameanwatkins4999]

He said the same use of force he swung at him, nipped his nose, and you almost choked him to death. I say protect yourself, but it’s hard to gauge what’s fair. I say avoid any confrontation at all cost.

[@tswej]

2 things here, one is always expected the unexpected and 2nd keep a lawyer on a retainer. I would definitely file a report with police and keep a video copy and records of the incident. Even in you did everything right they can still find you guilty without evidence.

[@IJUSTWANNAFLYDJIDRONES71]

If you saw the guy was angry about something…..that’s your first clue to find another way to point B………and I definitely dont believe this guy story…..he’s leaving out something.

[@charlesanderson6986]

Eric is a cool headed guy. Thanks for the content Calvin

[@djchyloe]

In 2012 a Taxi driver pulled a gun out on a friend of mines and robbed him. It's rear, but it happens.

[@gemox3225]

This could be a dangerous situation for a foreigner.The word "stupid" is an insult. Your guest should have said something else. However that guy threw the 1st punch. I don't think foreigners have to accept violence. But the American and his fiance should have walked away before this happened once they decided they didn't like the driver's attitude. This whole situation coukd have been avoided. Also the cab driver could have come back with a weapon. Your American friend should have thought of his fiance.

[@calroach1]

I can't believe people are criticizing Eric. It's you or the aggressor. We don't have to kiss ass here. I'd rather be blacklisted than buried.

[@djchyloe]

@@calroach1 How about just taking another Taxi and avoid being "blacklisted than buried." Very simple!🤦‍♂

[@calroach1]

Tell the taxi driver to keep his hands to himself.

[@erikdahl1293]

In my opinion Eric escalated the situation Cal. He should have just called for a different vehicle rather than argued with the driver. Eric told his version of what happened and I suspect the driver's perspective and narrative of what transpired probably differed substantially. Obviously both guys' actions were affected by their egos and your opinion of how Eric handled it is probably based on your friendship and loyalty and not actually on logic. @@calroach1

[@Googlesucks653]

I train every GF. Never grab me in a flight and immediately leave the area and find help or at least go to the exit vehicle.

[@Medic-lx1ne]

Something off with this guy, not adding up

[@DJTReinOkinawa]

“It was at that moment” Good thing you’re cool with Mr. Lee lol

[@calroach1]

He was with me when we met Mr. Lee 💪🏾

[@DJTReinOkinawa]

Yep, I remembered his name.

[@RussellCalamia]

GREAT VIDEO THANKS FOR THE INFORMATION

[@ernieuson4030]

I've ridden in public utility vehicles where I noticed the driver is intoxicated so I just got off the vehicle even before my stop to get out of trouble. Your driver might have been under the influence.

[@busyrand]

Thankfully the brother made it out of this situation safely, and without getting accusations afterwards.

[@Cosmo4357-mj1tw]

Tim K had to pay a $1900 dollar fine for having issues with a Filipino. He could have gone to prison.

[@busyrand]

@@Cosmo4357-mj1tw Geezus!

[@samf2525]

Please Doctor as highly intelligent person. If this situation happens again walk away an get an other cab. If you had killed him you will be sitting in jail. Don’t let your emotions get you aggressive. Remember you are a foreigner and the culture is different. Respect!

[@LG-kn3gi]

Another way of looking at it is , his taxi his rules and if he didn't want a passenger next to him, move on, call for another cab rather than insulting the driver escalating the situation, this doctor is looking for trouble and will be sorry in the future. He's talking like a teenager, tough guy, wtf.. you are a visitor in a foreign country...if police was called, he would have paid , or could be charged with attempted murder for that choke hold... Also...if that cab driver wasn't prejudice before now he is, I wouldn't want to be the next African or blk American getting into his ride

[@LG-kn3gi]

@@Lifeisforreallad Hahaha I've been going to the Philippines forever...they definitely see skin color...

[@MrSandman1.1]

The minute he said that I would order another car service

[@calroach1]

He said he made up his mind to do that and things went left. I guess you had to be there.

[@jerrymcleod2811]

Hey brother, please be careful of the 2 man tandem. ✊🏽🙏🙏✊🏽🤠watch yourself Edic.✌️

[@ronaldhein5739]

Great guy with a lot of smarts in self defense. Know wher to stay and when to walk away.

[@私はcos]

Watching this in a Grab 😂

[@calroach1]

Hilarious

[@Stew357]

Great story, thank you Calvin and Eric

[@xavierallen6274]

Sounds like that Grab driver F'd around and found out! If you don't know...now you know!

[@georgetinant9486]

That is the Best story yet !! Good on you Eric , good stuff

[@bailey9r]

Now we know why it's called a "Grab Taxi". ;

[@wssecrets-2-successvlog652]

See Cal…that’s why I keep my “white gloves” on at all times especially when traveling overseas; pimping!

[@calroach1]

You would have had to take them off or get your azz beat 🤣

[@wssecrets-2-successvlog652]

@@calroach1 😂…yeah right!

[@godsmessengerdragonslayer4991]

His explanation is very suspicious about the incident. He is a very big guy and Filipinos are not. Filipinos don't instigate any fight. He is talking more about his capabilities more than on the incident. He is talking more about his training rather than what needs to be done. Why don't you go back here in the US if you will be treated the same. See if you get treated the same thing.

[@calroach1]

Where you there?

[@TheDrizzCAKEN]

@@calroach1 There are three sides to every story & your boy seems disingenuous.

[@calroach1]

@TheDrizzCAKEN he's not a boy. It's over and it's not that big of a deal.

[@nedimyra]

@@calroach1 Lets hope it's over. Let's hope it's not a big deal for the driver. Even if we expats agree it's ok to defend ourselves, maybe your friend has to put his finger in the earth and ask himself where he is in the world. They may not play this game with the same rules as us..

[@davidevans474]

Lessons to be learned here you’re a visitor here.

[@bobnewhart4318]

I think the more important lesson to be learned is visitor or not you put your hand on somebody you might lose your life because of it

[@enjoylife1965]

Yes and just because people of visitors nowhere in the world they may go they should not be a salted on mistreated from nowhere just because people of visit in another country don't mean people can run over them and do whatever they want

[@derrickwilliams1902]

The taxi driver was probably on meth. I work for Customs and I boarded a cruise ship and had to arrest four Filipino crew members that pissed hot for meth in the ship’s infirmary. I found meth and meth pipes in their cabins. They were all fired by that cruise line captain on the spot. They were trying to stay up and work because they didn’t hardly get any breaks. They were put on a plane back to the Philippines that day.

[@Stonefeather53]

You must be blinded by your friendship. The Driver said not to enter front seat, yet Eric insisted and in front seat the physical altercation happened. Self-defence is by the Taxi driver, his space was invaded, he is the captain of his ship.

[@calroach1]

Ok.

[@bobnewhart4318]

How is it self-defense when he exited the car to punch the man in the nose? or is it because he's not Filipino so he's automatically wrong in your book

[@Stonefeather53]

@@bobnewhart4318 you better listen again, it happened in the front seats of the car where Eric entered without permission

[@enjoylife1965]

That's why i really don't deal with nobody are trust nobody and it's so sad that i can be somewhere and you have to be very careful who you meet and who you share with

[@georgevwalking]

His country his rules call another taxi

[@georgevwalking]

@Lifeisforreallad I think when your in another person's country you should follow that's person's rules. No is no he doesn't need to discuss it. When people bring their rules to another country that's when problems start. Personally I think I would have walked away and got another taxi even in my own country.

[@acknights4951]

​@@georgevwalking... 100% facts man👍🏽

[@rodrain2]

You kind of joked around with him about it but I've heard you say many times that someone can come back and shoot you if you make them lose face over there. Why didn't you bring that up with him.

[@calroach1]

Eric was put in a difficult decision. I didn't come here for trouble but self defense is something different.

[@mikekinsella2822]

one side of the story. We don't have the grab drivers side. Doubt the guy just got pissed off for no reason. Bet this guy is telling his story like he did nothing to provoke the attack. this guy is telling a lopsided story if we hear the grab drivers side his side will be lopsided to his side. The 100% truth is someplace in the middle.

[@cliffpearce9043]

Foreign country or not you have to stand your ground

[@kennethboehnen271]

Wrong. Remove yourself asap or be jailed.

[@cliffpearce9043]

@@kennethboehnen271not even God himself little man, quiet yourself 🌑🇺🇲🌑🇺🇲🌑🇺🇲🌑🇺🇲🌑

[@MadanRideOn]

I’m sure the comment “it’s a stupid rule” must have insulted the driver and triggered him from an already distraught driver to a pissed off enough to go kinetic.. I’m sure the male passenger is a good friend of yours Calvin, and it’s possible he felt he needed to uphold his manhood, or perhaps just thought that a physical response was the necessary call of the moment to teach the driver a lesson he won’t forget. Still I say, situations like that, it is best to have just got out of the cab and called for another one. Though your girlfriend may feel more confident being out with you at night or in some unknown place, but I also know that things can get a lot worse with her foreigner boyfriend finding himself at a a lot more disadvantaged situation, whatever that can unpredictably be, and you can believe it she would still love you as much, and perhaps even respect you more for keeping your cool in such a situation.

[@enjoylife1965]

I've been over here now living for 3 years and i'm getting so tired of people mystery and other people that come over here to visit they feel they can just do whatever they want to do with people and it's okay because they're not from their country you know the us allows anybody to come into their country nobody in the us whatever treat you like people have been treated in the philippines in the past i'm not saying everybody's that way but it said

[@gregmasters8558]

You have to adapt. I'm half Filipino and been here 7 years at first I was fighting all the locals but then I learned the language almost fluent and now they my back up.

[@TenYen4796]

Sounds like American law too....Yes Calvin....Eric is not a small guy. I would have gave it a second thought.

[@felixpena4138]

Plot twist: That taxi driver later became a professional boxer named Manny Pacquiao 🥊

[@enjoylife1965]

I can go to jail and get out by lawyer but other than that it would be over

[@ratchfordgeorge]

Eric was wrong.

[@robertcrowder3606]

Will Calvin I'm glad you held your composure I was laughing at you watching you trying not to laugh at him but all in all I'm glad no one went to jail that's not a place to be over there . And he's right try to get to know the law and know your rights in case something happens

[@calroach1]

Right. Eric is a great guy. I know he wouldn't instigate trouble. He has too much to lose.

[@derekcasanares4785]

I would have never sat in the front seat from the beginning.

[@keithc8108]

Well, I've never seen a large Filipino man. Most are under 165 lbs. Hmmm. Should just get another cab.

[@user-bg2ig5xc3e]

How are 4 people going to sit in the backseat

[@dameanwatkins4999]

The taxi driver was jealous.

[@joelfromthecircle1121]

You instigated the situation by not following his "rules". You disrespected the driver. You could have gotten a different ride if you didn't like his rules.

[@joelfromthecircle1121]

Filipinos go out of their way to be nice to foreigners. Ghetto attitude and behavior not welcome.

[@dsrrellgriffith1161]

i never sit in the front sit of any cab or grab, if i did sit in the front and the driver said no one in the front seat. Then whats the problem? move to the back or get another ride,,,,If the driver was rude, i just get cancel on my phone and get another ride. If u cannot cancel who cares, what is it $3 to $5 dollars,,,,,so dumb

[@user-bg2ig5xc3e]

I think there was 4 passengers

[@calroach1]

Hit the like button please. Thanks for watching.

[@OhmarSomozo]

We only know his side of the story. 😢

[@lamoe4175]

Been here 7 years - 5 Cebu City - 2 Inabanga. "Aggressive due to Face" is their go to attitude when dealing with Kanos. I'm 76, 5'6", 155 pounds. Grew up in inner city of Chicago, 4 years Marine Corps, 13 months Vietnam. As a smallish person my "fight or flight" leans toward flight. Actually walking :). Better to have it and not need it, rather than need it and not have it. I always wear a "chest bag" that has a Velcro pad glued on within easy reach of my left hand. It holds a small pepper spray canister with mating Velcro pad. Canister has a stretchy cord attached to bottom of bag (about 2 1/2 ft total). In addition I have a "collapsible steel baton" (12" closed / 28") open) that I've added three 1/2" steel nuts to the end (very heavy when extended) and a paracord wrist strap so I can't lose it. Baton fits in bag. Have practiced holding baton tip in palm of right hand, baton up behind arm where it's not noticeable, cord around wrist, thumb resting on 1/2" nuts. Can deploy simply by pushing tip with thumb. No need to swing which can hit someone close. Deployed them 3 times. Twice walking home at night - very dark side street leading to Winland Towers. Potential muggers! Third time below. Was in marked walkway with green walk light on Colon St. at 138 Mall - fecking cab making right hand turn through people in crosswalk almost hit me and old lady next to me, I smacked his side window as he passed. He pulled over to Metro, stopped and got out. I finished crossing, deployed baton and pepper spray when he started to come at me. When he got close enough to see what was in my hands, changed his mind and drove off. Sectors weren't sure why it happened. I said AH taxi almost hit old lady crossing on green light. They agreed taxi drivers are AHs. Note for Eric - I agree. D.I. said "when you get someone down, don't think they won't get up, make sure they can't get up". Daughter - a deputy sheriff said use spray first, if needed use baton but hit them in shin, clavicle, arm, but never in head / chest / face. BTW - bag also has a carabiner on cord I attach to pants belt loop. Can cut bag strap but carabiner stops them from stealing bag.

[@paulbucklebuckle4921]

Oh no not an American attacked !!! Shock horror . 😉

[@hi-tych]

Wait, this is a big ass doctor. Bruh, this guy can beat your ass and then fix you up right after. Lol

[@ericpowell4350]

Remember, it only costs $200 or less to do a drive by. Move accordingly.

[@bobnewhart4318]

That goes both ways

[@boohoo4962]

What kind if Dr is Eric? He's a sleep Dr. 😂👍

[@calroach1]

🤣

[@eddieoconnor4466]

While I CAN handle myself with my hands?...I don't intend on getting into it with ANY of the locals..I would rather call the police first. As for protection "at home"?...I live in a "gun free" state...so there's MORE than enough "help" throughout the home..from Mr. Smith & Mr. Wesson....Mr. Taurus...Mr. G.L. "Ock"....from Mr Mauser etc...

[@zam4life737]

Great representation of Black excellence. That is one situation we will Never have to go threw...The brother paved the way of good old fashion RESPECT

[@stevedrake360]

What does color have to do with excellence?

[@calroach1]

That taxi driver is seeing Black men in his sleep 💪🏾🤣

[@Leonard369C]

If you really wanna represent black excellence, how about showing some respect and not sitting in his front seat, if he didn’t want you there, pride creates some ugly situations. You facilitated the situation by not honoring request and then referring to it as stupid.

[@antoniomacaisa6887]

No pinoy is bigger than your friend. I'm sure you already know that

[@calroach1]

Wrong. I have two guys at the gym who are 🤣

[@terrydawson2239]

A "Black Belt" does not denote advance training or mastery at all, it often is the stage you need to reach to "begin" intermediate to advanced training. Martial artists and military forces from around the world routinely make pilgrimages to the Philippines to learn the skills they have used and developed over centuries!

[@RedHorseAdventures]

Articulate as delicately as you wish, but just know that this will likely not be the end of this situation… Be aware going forward, we hear about “2 guys on a motorcycle” all the time… Hint: Next time the driver says not to sit in the front seat, get another car or sit in the back. Good luck going forward, but vengeance is very real in the Philippines.

[@Goodman849]

They stole 6600 peso from my bag zip in manila nr museum pretending to beg and holding my arm. Philippines can be a stranger place as that never happened to me before