Philly Taxi Driver Gets $989.98 Tip

A busy Wednesday night had an unexpected surprise for Philadelphia taxi driver, Mr. Maiga.
Philly Taxi Driver Gets $989.98 Tip
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A busy Wednesday night had an unexpected surprise for Philadelphia taxi driver, Mr. Maiga. The driver was flagged down by a rider who asked him how his night was going, he replied OK but things had been a little hectic. The rider said he would take care of him.

When it came time to pay, the rider gave Mr. Maiga a $989.98 tip according to Freedom Taxi. The driver was of course shocked by this and asked several times why he had tipped so much, and if he had made a mistake. The rider simply thanked him for his professionalism and wished him a good night.