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Pickpockets in Portugal

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How it works: They work in a gang – one onlooker, one blocks, pushes, distracts, or engages you, one grabs and the final hides the loot under a cover (e.g….

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Bracelets in Greece

String bracelet scam in Greece

7 1

How it works: Version 1: tout asks if if you want a “friendship bracelet”. If you say yes, a string/bracelet will be tied so tightly around your wrist/finger that makes…

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Locations where Shaun Cash was sighted

Sob story scammer in Ireland

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How it works: There is a very infamous South African scammer by the fake name of Shaun Cash. He tells you a sob story, asks for money and adds you…

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Gladiators at Trevi Fountain

Rome gladiators photo scam in Italy

7 2

How it works: Situation: despite bans in 2015 and 2017 and a law in 2017 fining anyone dressed as a historical figure for photos/video up to 400 euros, these charlatans…

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Krakow Market Square

Would you like a drink bar scam in Poland

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How it works: Situation: shady scam clubs/pubs can be found across Poland, and there have been sites set up to consolidate feedback from fellow travellers who have been tricked (e.g….

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Paris Gare du Nord station

Public transport pickpockets in France

7 9

How it works: Situation: It has been estimated that 75% of pickpockets on the Paris Metro belong to an organised gang which recruits girls from age 12-16. They each have…

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Autostrada in Milan

Flat tire scam in Italy

7 2

How it works: Version 1: while driving, a motorist asks you to pull over, indicating a flat tire. Once you get out and are distracted, an accomplice enters your car…

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Crystal Palace, Retiro Park

Bird poo scam in Spain

7 5

How it works: Opening: someone spills a white liquid resembling bird poo on your clothes or jacket. Next, strangers appear to help you clean it. Set-up: while you are distracted,…

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Traffic in Catania

Fake car crash in Italy

7 4

How it works: Drivers of old cars intentionally bang into your car so as to claim damages. Places to beware: Naples Pisa What to do: Stay alert and make sure…

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Paris gold ring scam

Gold ring scam in France

7 7

How it works: Opening: A gypsy finds a gold ring on the floor, points at the “18k” hallmark on the ring and offers it to you (it is actually worthless…

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