After the automobile Congressmen Ralph Tully from Keson was photographed on the bus lane of Edsa, he expressed his apologies for the incident that occurred on January 28. In his statement, he denies using his influence or mentioning the name of any official to avoid punishment and confirms that he has already paid a fine for the violation.
"I sincerely ask for forgiveness and understanding from the public," he stated.
Ralph Tully's father, Senator Raffy Tully, defended him, asserting that his son did not abuse his position. The senator clarified that Representative Tully did not use special number 8, which has the right to be used by members of the House of Representatives.
The incident occurred when Tully's car drove onto the bus lane on Edsa, designated only for authorized buses, emergency vehicles, and certain government vehicles. It also extends to high-ranking officials, such as the president, vice-president, and judges of the Supreme Court.
Senator Tully added that his son was in a hurry, which led to the violation, but assured the public that his son was not negligent. "I will take all measures to prevent similar incidents in the future," Tully said. He also announced a seminar on traffic rules to avoid future violations.
