Friendly Local Help Scam

TRAVEL SCAM

Bangkok, Thailand

Scammers approach tourists pretending to help and redirect them to scams.

Medium Risk

Tourist areas, streets, landmarks

Friendly stranger starts conversation
• offers advice
• redirects to shops or tours
• earns commission

• unsolicited help
• overly friendly behavior
• specific suggestions
• pressure to follow

• ignore random সাহায্য
• verify info yourself
• use official sources