Residents of Guatemala City are being targeted by individuals falsely claiming to be municipal workers. These impostors are demanding up to Q20,000 in exchange for purported processing of paperwork and construction licenses. Authorities have issued an alert regarding these scams, warning citizens not to pay these individuals. The fraudulent workers are exploiting the need for official permits and licenses, preying on those seeking to legally undertake construction projects. Residents are advised to verify the identity of any municipal worker requesting payment and to report any suspicious activity directly to the authorities in Guatemala City. Officials emphasize that legitimate municipal services do not require such large upfront payments for routine procedures.