فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Fez witnessed an unfortunate incident involving an assault on a small taxi driver, resulting in a head injury. The incident occurred near Bab Moulay Abdellah at the entrance of the old medina, according to a professional source speaking to Fez News.
According to the same source, the dispute arose between the driver and a passenger who wanted to use the taxi. It is believed that the conflict stemmed from the driver’s refusal to transport the passenger to the requested destination, leading to escalated tensions and ultimately physical assault on the driver.
This incident occurs within a broader context of challenges facing the small taxi sector in Fez. There have been numerous complaints from citizens about practices of some drivers, such as operating on a call-out basis and frequently refusing to transport passengers to certain destinations, especially in high-demand areas like the train station and the Rassif area.
On the other hand, taxi drivers themselves face multiple risks, sometimes becoming victims of assaults, often linked to robbery attempts.
This situation highlights the urgent need for stricter regulation of the taxi transport sector in Fez. Such regulation aims to ensure citizens’ right to easy and safe transportation while protecting the rights and safety of workers in this vital sector, whether they are drivers of large or small taxis.
The call remains for concerned authorities to take necessary measures to improve working conditions in the taxi sector and ensure safe and efficient transport service for the residents of Fez.
