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Fraud prevention advisories in Chihuahua

Overview

The Secretariat of Public Security (SSPE) in Chihuahua has issued guidance to drivers regarding potential “montachoques” (staged accidents). Subsecretary of Mobility César Komaba noted the difficulty in immediately identifying if an accident was deliberately provoked.

To prevent fraud, authorities recommend that involved parties remain calm, contact their insurance companies, and call 9-1-1 to request the presence of traffic police. The involvement of authorities is intended to ensure incidents follow established procedures and to deter individuals from demanding immediate cash payments for alleged vehicle damages.

Entities

Secretaría de Seguridad Pública · Municipal Cyber Police of Chihuahua · César Komaba · Chihuahua, Mexico · Gilberto Loya

Timeline

  1. 5 days ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Chihuahua authorities advise calling police to prevent staged accident fraud

    Chihuahua's Public Security Secretariat advises drivers to call 9-1-1 and contact insurers during accidents to prevent fraud from staged collisions known as “montachoques”.

  2. 11 days ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Chihuahua Municipal Cyber Police Issue Rental Scam Warning

    Chihuahua's cyber police warn that online rental ads are being used for scams; they advise in‑person visits, document checks, and caution against low‑price offers and pressured deposits.

Sources

entrelineas.com.mx · kdejsme.cz · marquesina.mx · tribuna.com.mx · uniobregon.com