TDI Investigating Unauthorized San Antonio Agents on Fraud Charges

The Texas Department of Insurance issued a fraud alert pertaining to two San Antonio insurance agencies, The Insurance Center and The Insurance Connection, operating at the following locations: 539 South General McMullen, 924 S. Zarzamora, and 710 Bynum St.

These agencies, operated by Velia Fuentes and/or Valerie Fuentes, are charged with taking in premium payments without providing insurance coverage. The agencies are currently under investigation for insurance fraud.

Consumers who have purchased insurance through these agencies may not be covered and are advised to contact the TDI Fraud Division by calling toll-free (888) 327-8818. Spanish-language assistance is available to callers. Consumers can also use TDI’s Online Fraud Reporting form at: www.tdi.state.tx.us/fraud/onlinereport.html.