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TRAVEL SCAM
Medellín, Colombia
Online Dating Robbery Scam
Criminals use dating apps to lure victims into meetings where they are robbed or harmed.
Critical Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Medellín, major cities, apartments, hotels
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Scammer connects with victim on a dating app
2. Builds trust through conversation
3. Arranges in-person meeting
4. Victim is robbed, drugged, or assaulted
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Fast emotional connection online
• Request to meet quickly
• Suggest meeting in private places
• Unverified or suspicious profiles
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Avoid meeting strangers in private locations
• Meet in public places only
• Inform someone about your plans
• Verify profiles before meeting
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