Chetumal, Quintana Roo — Quintana Roo Attorney General Raciel López Salazar has announced a statewide crackdown on fraudulent real estate developers, describing the effort as a "manhunt" against what he called "white-collar thieves."
Investigations Target Fraud Rings Across the State
López Salazar confirmed that multiple investigations are underway following a surge in real estate fraud schemes across the state. Criminal networks have reportedly expanded operations into tourist-heavy municipalities and high-value ejidal lands, exploiting unsuspecting buyers.
To date, authorities have prosecuted 49 cases and secured 16 indictments for property-related crimes, including fraudulent land seizures and home scams. The Attorney General emphasized that the Specialized Prosecutor's Office for Property Crimes is actively dismantling these operations to protect both residents and investors.
Registry Implements Fraud Alerts
The Quintana Roo Public Registry has introduced a property alert system to prevent fraudulent transactions involving already-owned land or homes. López Salazar identified Bacalar, Benito Juárez, and Tulum as hotspots for such crimes, urging victims to come forward.
"We are working closely with the business sector to ensure no family loses their property," López Salazar stated. "We encourage increased reporting of these crimes, and our specialized prosecutors are under strict orders to respond swiftly to affected individuals."
The Attorney General reiterated that the crackdown aims to restore confidence in Quintana Roo's real estate market and safeguard economic development.
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