Community Intelligence

Report
a Scam.

Experienced a tourist scam? Submit it here. After a quick review, it will be published to warn other travelers.

Why It Matters

Why Your Report
Matters

Most scams are not one-time events. They repeat in the same areas, follow similar scripts, and target travelers who have not seen the pattern before.

Your report helps us identify recurring tactics faster, update destination warnings, and give travelers specific advice they can use immediately.

Submission Guide

What We Need in
a Strong Report

Destination, neighborhood, and approximate location
Date and time window
Step-by-step description of how the scam started
What was requested from you (money, documents, app transfer)
What finally stopped the interaction

After Submission

What Happens
After Submission

We review each report for clarity, duplicate patterns, and destination relevance. Reports that are too vague or unsupported may be held for follow-up.

When a report aligns with known activity, we use it to strengthen existing warnings. If it indicates a new tactic, we flag it for editorial review before publishing.

Writing Tips

How To Describe
a Scam Clearly

The most useful reports explain the timeline, not just the outcome. Start with where you were, what the person said first, how the situation escalated, and how money or valuables were requested.

If possible, include details such as transport type, uniforms, signs, business names, or phrases used. These clues help identify whether the scam is isolated or part of a recurring script already seen in other reports.

Try to avoid only writing "I got scammed" without context. Clear details help us publish stronger warnings that other travelers can recognize quickly.

Checklist

Report Quality
Checklist

Include location detail beyond just the city name
Explain the first red flag you noticed
Mention whether others were involved (group tactic vs solo)
Share the practical step that helped you exit safely
Add any traveler advice you wish you had known beforehand

FAQ

Frequently Asked
Questions

Can I submit a report if I was not personally targeted?+
Yes. If you witnessed a scam attempt and can describe it clearly, that information can still help other travelers.
Do you remove old scam reports?+
We regularly review patterns and may downgrade or retire warnings if the evidence no longer supports active risk.
Will my personal details be published?+
No personal identifying information is required for publication of safety intelligence.
Can I send follow-up details later?+
Yes. Follow-up context is helpful if new information becomes available after your initial report.

Submit Your Report

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Scam Report