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TRAVEL SCAM
Paris, France
Free Gift Scam
Tourists are offered “free” items and then forced to pay for them
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Eiffel Tower, Louvre, major tourist attractions
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
Scammers approach with items like roses, bracelets, or small gifts claiming they are free, then demand money aggressively and may use the distraction to pickpocket valuables
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
Strangers offering free gifts, insisting you take items, aggressive behavior after acceptance
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
Do not accept anything from strangers, ignore and walk away, keep belongings secure
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