Online Dating Fatal Scam

TRAVEL SCAM

Medellín, Colombia

Criminals use dating apps to lure tourists into meetings that result in robbery, drugging, or death.

Critical Risk

Medellín, apartments, hotels, nightlife areas

1. Scammer connects with victim via dating app
2. Builds trust quickly
3. Arranges in-person meeting
4. Victim is drugged, robbed, or fatally harmed

• Quick emotional bonding online
• Urgent request to meet
• Suggesting private or isolated locations
• Suspicious or incomplete profiles

• Meet in public places only
• Inform someone of your plans
• Verify identity before meeting
• Avoid isolated areas