What is the "Express Kidnapping in Unofficial Taxi" scam in Bogotá?

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Passengers in unlicensed taxis are driven to multiple ATMs under threat and forced to make withdrawals. This is a serious and documented risk throughout Bogotá, not limited to any one neighbourhood. Use only Uber, InDriver, or Cabify with trip tracking. Never hail an unmarked taxi from the street in Bogotá, regardless of the time of day.

Taxi & Transport Scams in Bogotá

Express Kidnapping in Unofficial Taxi

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