Tijuana’s Department of Public Security and Citizen Protection (SSPCM) has issued an urgent advisory warning residents about a surge in phone extortion attempts across the city.
According to security officials, criminals are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to deceive residents into revealing personal information or transferring money. The scam typically begins with calls from various domestic and international area codes, where perpetrators pose as pollsters, representatives of government institutions, or even law enforcement officers.
Security officiales urge residents to take the following precautions:
- Never share personal, family, or financial information with unsolicited callers.
- Be cautious of calls from unfamiliar or out-of-state area codes requesting data or posing as surveys.
- Refuse any requests for deposits or transfers to unknown accounts.
- Stay calm during threatening calls and hang up immediately.
- Record the phone number, time, and details of the call for reporting purposes.
- Keep open communication with family members about these scams.
Authorities emphasize that public vigilance and prompt reporting are key to combating these crimes. Residents who receive suspicious calls or believe they may have been targeted should contact 911, the 089 anonymous tip line, or the Municipal Cyber Police at 664 650 04 47, which offers specialized support and guidance for victims of digital crime.
The SSPCM reaffirms its commitment to crime prevention and the protection of Tijuana’s residents, promoting a culture of awareness, reporting, and digital self-protection.
