According to Bancolombia and the Colombian Federation of Municipalities, there is a fraud mechanism through WhatsApp, where alleged digital advisers of Simit they deceive people by offering discounts on traffic tickets.
Stay alert and avoid future headaches.
According to the Fedemunicipios, people should take into account that there are people who use the Simit, as well as unofficial websiteswho have no relationship to request people’s data, and from there they redirect to a WhatsApp chat where scammers ask them for their account status.
Among the promises they make to people is giving you a 50 percent discount on the fine.
In addition, with the value, they generate a payment receipt, they send a false bank certificate and ask people to deposit, making them victims of fraud.
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So you can avoid falling
The Colombian Federation of Municipalities – Simit, and Bancolombia then requested that so as not to fall into this trap, people take into account that the website for consultation and payment of fines and sanctions for traffic violations is https://fcm.org.co/simit
Also remember that Simit does not have digital advisors or WhatsApp service channels.
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Only transit agencies are authorized to grant discounts.
Users can pay their fines through of the PSE button on the website or with the receipt of payment in banking entities, NOT through virtual wallets or consignments to savings accounts.
The procedures before the Simit are free and do not need intermediaries that charge any commission.
In addition, always check that the bank certification that is sent to you, For this type of procedure, the best recommendation is to go through official channels. of each entity.
Finally, recognizing these forms of fraud, it is recommended that you report them.
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