A Mexican citizen, whom I will call Francisco to protect his identity, is in a desperate situation due to the usurpation of his identity and the scam he has been a victim of. Despite his desire to report what has happened to him, Francisco must be cautious not to complicate his case, which has not yet been resolved in court.
Francisco and his spouse, who is a foreign national, had plans to retire in Mexico and purchased a property in Puebla in 2019, where they built a house. However, they discovered that the house had been transferred to another name without their authorization, and that a loan had even been processed through the National Workers' Housing Fund Institute (Infonavit) for a considerable amount.
The situation became even more complicated when they found out that a notary had quickly facilitated the deed of the house, allowing a payment to be made to an unauthorized bank account. In addition, forged documents, such as a passport and a professional ID, were presented in the case, evidencing a network of fraud and identity theft.
Throughout the court process, files have been lost, documents have been tampered with, and false evidence has been presented. The Attorney General's Office of Puebla has had to reconstruct the case on more than one occasion, showcasing the complexity and seriousness of Francisco's situation. Infonavit is also involved due to the acquisition of the fraudulent loan.
This story highlights the dangers and consequences of identity theft and real estate fraud in Mexico, issues that affect ordinary citizens like Francisco, who find themselves in a helpless situation against a network of scammers and accomplices. It is necessary to address these issues seriously and seek solutions to protect the population from such crimes.
