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TRAVEL SCAM
Paris, France
Friendship Bracelet Scam
Tourists are tricked into paying for “free” bracelets
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Montmartre, near Sacré-Cœur
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
Scammers approach tourists, tie bracelets on their wrist without consent, then demand money aggressively
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
Strangers grabbing hands, offering free items, acting in groups
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
Avoid eye contact, say NO firmly, don’t stop walking, keep distance
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