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TRAVEL SCAM
Paris, France
Three-Cup Monte Scam
A street gambling game tricks tourists into thinking they can win money but it is always rigged.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Montmartre, Seine river areas, busy tourist spots
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
Scammers set up a cup or card game on the street.
2. They move items quickly and ask you to guess.
3. Fake players pretend to win.
4. You lose money when you play.
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
Street gambling setup, People pretending to win, Crowds gathering, Pressure to join
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
Do not play street games, Avoid crowds around gambling setups, Keep moving, Do not take out money
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