Chilean Supermarket Accused of Pomelo Scam: Erasmus Student's Viral Video Sparks Outrage

A Spanish Erasmus student living in Chile recently shared a video on social media detailing a surprising encounter at a local Jumbo supermarket. The video shows a pomelo she purchased that had a thick pink layer on the outside, leading her to believe it was a deceptive practice to sell less fruit. "El jumbo de Chile quiere estafar a la madrileña!" she exclaimed in her video, expressing her frustration. The video quickly went viral, garnering thousands of views and numerous comments from viewers who shared similar experiences. Many commented about similar issues with produce at Jumbo, highlighting the concern of potential scams within the supermarket industry. One viewer commented, "Se los llevas y te lo cambian." Another added, "Tienes que comprar en la feria nunca se compra en los super las verduras y frutas." This incident underscores the importance of consumer vigilance and raises questions about supermarket practices. The incident highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in the food retail sector to protect consumers from potentially deceptive practices.