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TRAVEL SCAM
Paris, France
Clear Cup Scam
Scammers place a cup of coins on the ground to make tourists accidentally spill it and feel pressured to pay.
Medium Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Tourist streets, near museums, busy sidewalks
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
A scammer places a cup in a busy walkway → Tourist accidentally kicks it → Coins spill → Scammer demands money out of guilt
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
Objects placed on walking path, sudden accident, emotional pressure
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
Stay aware of surroundings, do not feel obligated to pay, walk carefully in crowded areas
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