On social media, many viewers were stunned after a young millionaire called out ‘broke people’ for not using bus lanes as ‘VIP roads,’ sparking debate.
A young millionaire has sparked outrage after boasting about using bus lanes to bypass traffic. He claims he doesn’t care about fines.
Millionaire calls bus lanes ‘VIP lanes’ for the rich
On social media, Luke Desmaris, a 28-year-old millionaire from Essex, shared a TikTok video of himself driving in a bus lane.
The footage showed he was behind the wheel of his $164,000 Mercedes G-Wagon.
In the clip, he mocked regular drivers, saying, “To poor people this is a bus lane, to rich people it’s a VIP lane to avoid traffic.
He said: “We don’t care about the fines.”
His statement suggested that wealth allows him to ignore traffic rules without consequences.
His comments have led to criticism from fellow drivers, who say he is disrespecting road rules and public safety.
Traffic laws on driving in bus lanes
Bus lanes exist to keep public transport running smoothly. Most drivers are not allowed to use them unless outside operational hours.
Exceptions exist for emergency vehicles and situations where drivers must briefly enter the lane for safety reasons. However, staying in the bus lane to skip traffic is illegal.
Penalties for misusing bus lanes
Fines for driving in bus lanes vary.
– In Greater London, the fine is £160, reduced to £80 if paid within 14 days.
– In other areas, the fine is £65, dropping to £30 if paid early.
Although fines do not typically add points to a driver’s license, repeat offenses can lead to further consequences.
Social media backlash against Desmaris
Desmaris’s quickly went viral and sparked debate among viewers.
After posting the video, Desmaris faced strong criticism from TikTok users. Many people condemned his actions and attitude.
One person said: It would be quite an eye opener if we had some independent measure of air pollution in these zones. Anecdotal evidence suggests that pollution levels are far from critical and that vehicles in genera…
A second wrote: Be tucked well away if their annual accounts try finding it…
While a third commented: Congestion was created by giving up lanes to buses. Ban bus lanes!
Another added: Police and ambulances use these lanes for emergencies.
Someone else said: Just because you can afford something doesn’t mean you should do it.
One critic warned: You will care when you lose your license.
A history of reckless driving behavior
This is not the first time Desmaris has been criticized for his driving habits. In October 2022, he admitted to parking on double yellow lines. He justified it by saying he could afford the fines.
Desmaris’ actions highlight concerns about wealth and privilege on the roads. While he may afford the fines, his attitude has angered many. Traffic rules exist for safety, and ignoring them can have serious consequences.
What do you think about Desmaris’s video?