US Vlogger’s Terrifying Kolkata Taxi Driver Ride Sparks Public Outcry and Police Scrutiny

US Vlogger Dustin’s Kolkata Taxi Driver Ordeal Goes Viral, Sparks Outrage and Safety Concerns

A disturbing video uploaded by US travel vlogger Dustin has gone viral, showcasing his harrowing Kolkata Taxi Driver experience shortly after arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport. The footage, which has amassed thousands of views and sparked furious reactions online, exposes a grim tale of misdirection, intimidation, and extortion.

A Kolkata Taxi Driver’s Experience: Ride Gone Wrong

Instead of opting for an Uber, Dustin chose a local taxi to take him to the Hotel Great Western on Park Street. But what started as a simple request quickly spiralled into chaos. The driver veered 15 kilometres in the opposite direction and stopped at The Westin Hotel in Rajarhat, a completely different location.

Dustin, visibly confused, began to question the Kolkata Taxi Driver. Things took a dark turn when another man in a red shirt, allegedly associated with the driver, intervened and began hurling verbal abuse.

“Shift him to another car,” the man shouted aggressively, as caught on video.

Threats and Extortion Caught on Camera

Although the fare was initially agreed at Rs 700, which was already higher than the Rs 550 shown on Uber, the driver suddenly demanded Rs 800, then Rs 1000. Dustin firmly objected:

“No. We agreed to 700. You made a mistake, and now you are making me pay more for this.”

As tensions escalated, the man in the red shirt issued a chilling threat:

“I have a mafia connection. I will break your bones.”

Eventually, the driver stopped and insisted Dustin switch taxis again, further fueling his anxiety. Before the new taxi could leave, the same man demanded an additional Rs 100 for a “parking charge” and physically blocked the vehicle from departing until Dustin complied.

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Public Reaction & Police Involvement

The incident drew swift and widespread condemnation from the public on social media.
One user tweeted:

“This is horrific. I’ve already reported this to Kolkata Police. Tourists should feel safe in our city.”

Another user expressed regret:

“This is truly shameful. I’m deeply sorry for what you experienced in India.”

Dustin’s Response

Despite the ordeal, Dustin remained gracious:

“This won’t make me hate India. I’ve had a great time here so far. This is just one of those things you deal with when you travel.”

He added that he will now only use app-based services like Uber or Ola in the future and began filming the encounter only after realising the Kolkata Taxi Driver had deliberately taken him to the wrong destination.

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Authorities Respond

The Kolkata Police have been tagged in numerous posts and are expected to initiate an investigation. The incident has reignited debate over tourist safety, transport regulation, and the urgent need to crack down on predatory Kolkata Taxi Driver behaviour.

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