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TRAVEL SCAM
Medellín, Colombia
Nightlife Drugging Fatal Scam
Criminals target tourists in nightlife settings by drugging them, leading to robbery or severe harm.
Critical Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Bars, clubs, nightlife areas
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist visits a bar or meets strangers
2. Drink is secretly spiked
3. Victim becomes unconscious or severely impaired
4. Criminals steal valuables or cause serious harm
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Strangers offering drinks
• Sudden dizziness or confusion
• Unattended drinks
• Overfriendly strangers in nightlife
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Never accept drinks from strangers
• Watch your drink at all times
• Stay with trusted people
• Seek help immediately if feeling unwell
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