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TRAVEL SCAM
Medellín, Colombia
Express Kidnapping Scam
Criminals abduct victims for a short time to force ATM withdrawals and steal money.
Critical Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
City streets, taxis, ATMs, urban مناطق
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Victim enters taxi or is targeted on street
2. Criminals abduct the victim
3. Victim is forced to withdraw cash from multiple ATMs
4. Victim is released after money is taken
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Unofficial taxis
• Suspicious individuals watching tourists
• Being forced into a vehicle
• Threats during short detention
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Use trusted transportation services
• Avoid traveling alone at night
• Stay alert in unfamiliar areas
• Inform someone of your travel plans
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