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TRAVEL SCAM
Medellín, Colombia
Dating App Attack Scam
Criminals use dating apps to lure victims into meetings where they are robbed, drugged, or assaulted.
Critical Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Medellín, apartments, hotels, nightlife areas
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Scammer connects with victim through a dating app
2. Builds trust via conversation
3. Arranges a meeting
4. Victim is attacked or robbed during the encounter
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Fast emotional connection online
• Request for quick meeting
• Suggest meeting in private places
• Suspicious or incomplete profiles
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Meet in public places only
• Inform someone of your plans
• Verify identity before meeting
• Avoid isolated locations
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