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TRAVEL SCAM
Medellín, Colombia
Dating App Lure & Robbery Scam
Criminals use online dating apps to lure tourists into meetings where they are later robbed or assaulted.
Critical Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Bars, hotels, nightlife areas, major cities
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Victim connects with a stranger through a dating app
2. Meeting is arranged in a bar, hotel, or public place
3. Criminal builds trust or offers drinks
4. Victim is robbed, drugged, or assaulted
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Fast romantic interest
• Suggests meeting quickly
• Avoids identity verification
• Pushes for private or nightlife meeting
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Avoid using dating apps with strangers abroad
• Meet only in public places
• Inform someone about your plans
• Stay alert during meetings
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