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TRAVEL SCAM
Prague, Czech Republic
Fake Police Wallet Inspection Scam
Scammers pretend to be police officers and steal money while checking tourists’ wallets.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Quiet streets, tourist zones, city center
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist is approached on a quiet street
2. Scammer shows fake police identification
3. Asks to inspect wallet for verification
4. Steals cash while distracting the tourist
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Showing unofficial or unclear police ID
• Asking to see wallet on the street
• Presence of multiple people working together
• Creating urgency or authority pressure
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Never hand over your wallet to strangers
• Ask to go to a real police station
• Keep cash in separate places
• Stay alert in quiet areas
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