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TRAVEL SCAM
Prague, Czech Republic
Fake Waiter Bill Collection Scam
Scammers pose as restaurant staff and collect payment without providing a valid receipt.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Tourist restaurants, busy dining areas, Old Town
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist finishes meal at restaurant
2. Fake waiter approaches to collect bill
3. Requests payment without proper receipt
4. Tourist pays but money never reaches actual restaurant
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Staff cannot provide printed receipt
• Appears suddenly during busy time
• Unfamiliar face compared to original staff
• Rushes payment process
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Always request official printed receipt
• Pay only to confirmed staff
• Verify bill with restaurant counter
• Avoid paying in cash to unknown person
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