Driver, passengers robbed in PBR maxi in Arouca

A shocking armed robbery unfolded on November 19 aboard a maxi taxi along the Priority Bus Route in Arouca, leaving passengers traumatized. The incident, which occurred around 4:30 pm, was captured on the driver’s dash camera and later circulated on social media, drawing widespread attention. According to the footage, a woman dressed in full Muslim attire signaled for the vehicle to stop. As she paid her fare, at least four men forcefully entered the maxi, declaring a hold-up. The assailants swiftly seized money from the driver and passengers, including women’s purses. One passenger was seen resisting, demanding the return of her ID card. The ordeal left several individuals in distress, with one person lamenting the loss of their ID card and phone. Brenton Knights, president of the Route 2 Maxi Taxi Association, confirmed that a meeting would be convened to address the incident but refrained from further comment. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the matter.