Panama Governor’s Office Denounces Fraudulent Requests Donations Solicited in the Name of Mayín Correa.

The Panama Governorate alerted the public about individuals using the institution’s name and that of Governor Mayín Correa to solicit donations for the victims of the earthquake that occurred on October 9th.  The agency warned that these requests are not part of its official procedures and asked the public to remain vigilant against possible scams.  

How to Make Donations for Those Affected by the Earthquake. 

The Panama Governorate clarified that donations of supplies must be processed in person at its facilities, following the established procedures.

“All donations of supplies must be handled personally, under a procedure previously established at the facilities of the Governor’s Office of the province of Panama,” the institution stated.

The Panama Governorate also recommended not responding to donation requests received through messages, phone calls, or emails that use the name of the Governor’s Office or Mayín Correa.

Where Can I Report Fake Donation Requests?

The organization asked people who receive these types of communications to report them through the following number:

• Panama Governor’s Office Telephone: 512-7247.

The institution reiterated the importance of verifying the origin of any request before delivering donations intended for families affected by the earthquake.

The Panama Governor’s Office warns the public that unscrupulous individuals are using the name of this institution or Governor Mayin Correa to solicit donations for the earthquake victims. “All donations of supplies must be managed in person, under a procedure previously established at the facilities of the Governor’s Office of Panama Province,” she instructed. She urged the public not to pay attention to messages, calls, or emails, and in case of receiving any donation request in the name of the institution, to contact the phone number 512-7247 to file a complaint.