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TRAVEL SCAM
Paris, France
Magic Game Scam
Scammers run rigged street games to trick tourists into losing money.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Tourist areas, busy streets
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
Scammers set up gambling games in crowded areas → Tourists are invited to play → Fake players win → Tourist bets money → Game is manipulated and tourist loses
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
Fast hand tricks, crowd gathering, people “winning” easily
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
Avoid street games, do not participate, walk away immediately
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