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TRAVEL SCAM
Paris, France
Fake Charity Collector Scam
Scammers pretend to collect money for fake charities and trick tourists into donating cash.
Medium Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Tourist areas, especially near Eiffel Tower
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Scammer approaches with clipboard
2. Shows fake charity logos
3. Pressures for donation
4. Keeps the money
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
Clipboard with papers, Asking for cash donation, Pretending to be deaf or mute, Persistent behavior
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
Avoid giving cash on street, Ignore unsolicited requests, Walk away immediately, Donate only to verified organizations
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