How a flat tire scam in Colombia can lead to costly car repairs

How a flat tire scam in Colombia can lead to costly car repairs

Getting a flat tire is frustrating, but in the Colombian capital of Bogotá, it can be even more maddening because it is frequently the work of saboteurs.Aboard motorcycles, these vandals spread sharp objects on busy streets to damage car tires. Then, they offer to lead marooned motorists to nearby mechanics who are suspected of being in on the scam, allegedly making more holes in the tires and then overcharging for repairs.These flimflam men are…

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Bandits on motorcycles secretly spread sharp objects on the road to puncture car tires. Then, they offer to lead marooned motorists to nearby mechanics suspected of being in on the con. The post How a flat tire scam in Colombia can lead to costly car repairs appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.