Dating App Lethal Scam

TRAVEL SCAM

Medellín, Colombia

Criminals use dating apps to lure tourists into meetings that result in robbery, drugging, or even death.

Critical Risk

Medellín, apartments, hotels, nightlife areas

1. Scammer connects via dating app
2. Builds trust quickly
3. Arranges in-person meeting
4. Victim is drugged, robbed, or harmed

• Fast emotional bonding online
• Urgent request to meet
• Suggesting private meeting places
• Suspicious or incomplete profiles

• Meet in public places only
• Inform someone of your plans
• Verify identity before meeting
• Avoid isolated locations