Once a clown walked up to my *6 year old brother* and just shoved a balloon animal in his hand-saying nothing. I assumed it was free and took one too. But then the clown stuck around and approached our parents, pointed at our balloons and held out his hand for money 😤 we ended up just giving the balloons back. Approaching little kids and *giving them toys when the parents backs are turned* & then demanding payment honestly makes this bracelet guy look like a saint
@@Stalkergames916 No, I have videos of gypsy scammers too. This man is not American, therefore he cannot be African American. This man is from Africa in this video.
@@TravelAddictGuy It is not a question of mindset. Most of the time, these are illegal inmigrants with a lot of debt to the mafia that brought them into the country. It is the mafia that tells them what to do and they have little choice.
@@TravelAddictGuy That this particular guy is an illegal inmigrant? No, of course. But it is a well know fact that there' are mafias that charge to bring people from Africa to Europe. And Spain receives huge amount of illegal inmigrants. The Canary Islands are full, of course, so it is the South of the peninsula and plenty of them come to Madrid. It is also known by the results of police investigations that many of "manteros" are forced by this mafias to sell their illegal products (fake copies of DVDs, shoes, etc) to pay their debt and as a means to live, since they can't find a regular job because they're illegal.
@@nuriazuazo3822 I have heard this story too, but is there proof if it. I also wonder why the government does not do anything to break up these Mafias.
This happened to me in Rome, Italy. Some guy gave the exact same bracelet to my family saying it is free because his kid was born. And said we're racist if we don't give him money. My mom, being gullible and all c❤called my dad over. My dad said gave him 10 and scammer said no give me 20. And that is how I got scammed today.
I'm sorry to hear that. These scammers are skillful and use various tactics to get your money. Including coercion and even threats. Be careful out there.
I just ignore them and walk away. Unfortunately, every major city center in Europe has those charcoal smokies pushing their worthless bracelet, or some other BS.
No, you missed the point, he doesn't expect you to, he will put pressure on you or try to scare you, they work on fear, you feel vulnerable and then there's the liberals who feel guilty for everything😂😂😂
The same thing happened to me in Rome Italy 🇮🇹 they are Dishonest Scammers liars they shouldn’t be allowed to do what they are doing robbing people pretending to be honest they just put the bracelets on people and demand Pay 💰 it makes me Angry 😤😡🤬
@@TravelAddictGuy it should be illegal for them to dishonestly scam people to lie to people and make money 💴 off them I think they should be banned from doing so because it’s lies and deception
When I was there and in other parts of Spain I took a simple approach, when you spot a block away these residents with a supply of beads and bracelets dangling from their hands , standing in one spot or pacing back and forth towards tourists, walk the other way to begin with.
Normally they are not as aggressive like this guy was. He saw me filming with a camera and then approached me. Then he cried when I filmed his scam. Can't have it both ways Mr. Scammer.
Don't let these people affect where you want to go! Just ignore them, or tell them you bought one of their products already... Or like I did today, at the trevi Fountain, take the bracelet and walk away 😂 even better for when one tries to get you after and you already have your free bracelet and you wave it at them, telling them you got one. Today was insanely busy which might have helped my cause
Those scammers annoy me so bad!! I almost fell victim to that bracelet scam while in Rome earlier this year. While I was getting out of the Roman Forum, a man came up and randomly put that bracelet on my wrist. Then he tried demanding $. I was having none of it and I got aggressive with him verbally cause I was also short on time as I had to get to my next tourist attraction I wanted to see. So I thankfully took it off, though two or three followed me and I turned around pointing and yelling “NO!!!”, and I trashed it. Another sign scammers want your attention: while I visited Venice, a random guy came up to me asking “what time it was” so I looked at my phone and told him. Then he was friendly and threw a bracelet at me and I said “NO!” and walked away. Then I realized “of all people around, why did you have to ask me? And also there’s a clock right in front of you!!” Now I know what to expect the next time I see them within a distance
Those scammers sound very aggressive. Such a shame that the police let's them be some a nuisance to tourists. Asking for the time is a way to see if you are a foreigner or not. It can also be a way to see what kind of watch or phone you have, when you check the time. You really have to be on guard when traveling, especially in areas full of scammers. Good luck and safe travels.
I had exactly this in front of the big Cathedral in Milan: "My friend, you want a free bracelet?" "Free?" "Yes, free" "To be clear, it's absolutely free, you don't want any money whatsoever from me? None?" "No, no money it's free, a gift for you my friend" "Well if it's really, actually free, okay thanks" [Puts bracelet on me] "A donation for my country" "Erm, no" "You give me donation" "You said this was free and you didn't want any money" "Donation, for my children" "No, I don't think so. Here, take this back" The guy gets angry. So, I start walking directly toward a couple of police officers. The scammer disappears instantly 😂
Sounds like the exact same scam, smart to walk up to some officers. To bad none were around when I made this video as the guy was following me too. Luckily some other tourists jumped in to help me. These guys are awful crooks.
Oh my! Watching this is like a flashback to just now when this exact same thing happened to me at the plaza mayor. I was just chilling with my drink and calamari sandwich and then he forced upon the bracelet on me and even got angry when I wanted to walk away. He also said the same words of 'Do you want a problem?'. Man I was really nervous too. Especially with this being my first time as a solo traveller here in spain 😥Thankfully I didn't pay a single cent and threw his bracelet away. These scammers really are a downer on the whole travelling experience. Anyways, really happy that you are putting this information out there so that people can beware of these scams. Cheers!
Thanks for sharing your experience. He had me a bit nervous too with his threatening remarks. I am a seasoned traveler and absolutely cannot stand these guys. They prey on tourists and it's awful. So glad that you did not pay and had no other issues. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your vacation and please know that Spain is a very safe country. Safe travels!
@@Bob-yg7ry Spain is a great country, that is very safe (Except for Barcelona) , which even there they usually only steal your stuff. The rest of it is very safe. Good luck.
Today in Barcelona the same thing happened to me and my partner. Oddly enough, the man was also from Senegal with the EXACT same bracelets. Said we were a nice couple then offered us a bracelet each. Proceeded to apply the bracelet, then asked for 3 or 4 euros. Told him we had no money left as we’d spent the last on our drinks (we were sat outside a bar), wouldn’t leave us alone until I said he could take them back. Took mine but said my partner could keep hers. I was suspicious of him to begin with but couldn’t see past the charm. Stay frosty folks
Sorry this happened to you both. I think you're lucky that you were at a bar, otherwise he would likely have been much more aggressive with you. They are worried about the bar owners calling the cops. Now you know not to except anything form strangers. Enjoy your vacation.
I went to the plaza with my school this year for our spring break about two months ago and this exact guy tried and two of his companions tried to scam me and my friends. Hopefully something is done to these guys to stop scamming.
I'm sorry this happened to you. These guys have no shame and even target students. I made a video to expose this guy, at least. It seems that the police don't care.
Three of them tried it on with my grandaughter in Spain help onto her arm when she told me I ran back and started screaming at them one of them said crazy woman I said I will show you fucking crazy they soon backed down they are scamming
That happens to me in Rome it was the exact same bracelet design and he said he was from Senegal asked us where we were from and started banging his drum before saying”give me money for my baby” we threw the brackets down on the ground and ripped one of of one of our wrist cause he tied it he then followed us and yelled until I looked back and told him if he kept following us he would no longer be the follower rather the followed
Don't "stop" to talk to them at all. Traveling alone I have nothing in my pockets & everything is under my clothes cuz I don't carry much & don't look like a tourist. Safety 1st ☮️💟
I recently had the same bracelet scam played on me in Venice. The “free” gift suddenly turned into €5. These relentless people are everywhere. The bracelet in the video was identical to the one in Venice. I ended up thrusting it back onto the scammer who was determined not to take it back. In the end, I just threw it onto his bag and walked away. I can imagine how some vulnerable people could be intimidated into parting with money. Anyway, I hope that I was able to distract and waste the scammers time just long enough for other people to pass by and be saved.
It almost sound like some type of mafia group at this point. I have heard stories about these scammers with the same bracelet in Italy and Spain. The police won't do anything, so the scam will sadly, continue.
Heyyyyy Kerry my friend I just got back from my cave house, so glad I'm up in the mountains away from these scammers, they ruin the experience for people visiting for the first time they are everywhere, so glad you didn't come to any harm. Stay safe my friend, you are a good man,
¡Saludos Kerry! Te habla Elaine , la profe de NJ. Vi ese truco por primera vez en Roma hace 10 años cuando uno de mis estudiantes era víctima del mismo truco. Te aviso que tengas mucho más cuidado en tú manera de saludar y hablar a toda la gente que exista en tus aventuras, especialmente en los centros turísticos de las ciudades grandes. Voy a Madrid y de allí viajo a otros lugares cada año y nunca había visto lo que te pasó , especialmente en la Plaza Mayor. Tus respuestas a sus preguntas le indicaron al hombre que era un estadounidense y posiblemente ignorante a los peligros de la calle. Como sabes, hay muchos estadounidenses que piensan que son "intocables" en cuanto a ser víctimas a los ladrones en la calle. Andan por todos lados con un coraje artificial. Tienes mucha experiencia viajando por España, pero hoy en día es un país diferente. Cuídate.
Este es buen informacion y si hay mas estafadores que nunca en las calles. Por esto todos necesita tener cuidate. Tu eres una mujer con mucho experienca viajando y tu sabes que estas pasando. 👍
I'm on holiday in Tenerife, and my mum was approached by one of these guys, and we obviously just said no thank you. Then, when he tried to scam an older couple my mum stopped him. He became far more aggressive, so much so that we had to pretend to get in a taxi.
Sorry that you had a similar experience. They obviously don't want anyone messing with their dirty income. That's why I choose to alert the public through my videos. Thanks for sharing. 🙏
Good footage there Kerry. Really shows what happens in these situations if someone hasnt experienced an interaction with these street hawkers. Maybe next time, keep the camera rolling even if youre not pointing it at anything, it will record sound etc
I should have but he was demanding I stop filming and started to reach for the camera. The GoPro has a screen that's lit when you are filming. I was a bit surprised that he got so aggressive with me. I need a hidden camera somewhere, that will still catch the action. Thanks J5, great idea.
I didn't realise the screen lit up all the time. There is a youtuber called PJ Audits and on some of his videos he has a hand held camera and another one nearby, angled towards him recording everything. Your videos are helpful to showcase these scams. I had the same thing but I think they were little pot Elephants or something, possibly in a Plaza in Florence.
well, I'm from Brazil and this is kid's play when compared to the "scammers" from Brazil, in Europe, it's like "avoid them, say no, don't stop...", in Brazil, they rob you with a fire weapon and your life is at stake, there is no way of saying no or simply "walking away"
@@TravelAddictGuy that's the why I've put "scammers" in quotes, I mean, each country poses its own risks, and in Europe, it's just a matter of scams in which saying no is enough, meanwhile for us, something in which your financial loss is your "profit" once the other possible outcome is your life being taken away...I've been to Italy this year and these "vendors" tried to approach me multiple times, my answers were firm and loud "NOs" (I'm a bearded guy), once I was walking on my own and one of them asked me where I'm from and I was already pissed off with them trying to approach me by complimenting my shoes (serious! WHO IN THE FUCKING HELL DOES IT?!) and I've replied: "I'M FROM NARNIA!"
Thanks for your Video as Always 👍. Scammers are Everywhere unfortunately. They will Never call the police, as you so Rightly said They are the ones Scamming. Take Care out there. ✌
I legit came across this guy few minutes ago on plaza mayor. I avoided eye contact but he caught me by asking where I was from and gave the same name “samba” and said the bracelet was free and proceeded to place it on my wrist. Then he said he has starving family in Senegal and asked for money. This dude was so huge and I’m only a small female so luckily I had a euro to give him to get him off my back. Gosh, I should just ignore em and walk away
That's crazy how this guy is still working out there, with no regards to any laws. Yea, he's a giant guy as you said. He can be very intimidating and that was the case when I met him. As I am not a big guy myself. Best thing to do is just walk far away from these scammers. Stay safe out there!
I swear they're everywere, I go into some tourist attraction pretty much anywhere in Europe and theres like 5 of them standing infront of the entrance waving their bracelets in everyones faces saying "gift from africa?", even on the top of elevators, escalators, stairs, crosswalks, parks, subways, you name it.
@@TravelAddictGuy might be. I met that guy in cadiz. But i felt in Madrid I had to be a little careful. A guy took my phone at some point with some trick. But he was quite innocent and when I demanded it back, he gave it to me right away. There are some sketchy people in the centre of Madrid, but there are also lots of people around always.
This happened to me on Tuesday, they were standing in front of the metro exit that is right next to San Siro stadium in Milan. Got a bracelet, told them I don't have cash. They left me and my mate alone pretty fast because there were many more fans walking towards the stadium so it wasn't worth it arguing with us. I already knew about this scam but fell for it because they chose an amazing spot. We just left the metro where you have to scan a QR code to leave the station so it kind of felt like you were inside the boundaries of the stadium (so they feel "official") even though anyone can just go there. Once they asked for money though I realized that we are being scammed and there was no way I would give them money.
You were smart not give them money. They would have likely been more aggressive if not so close to the stadium. Be careful guys, don't accept anything from strangers.
“Here take this free gift but you have to give me money in return even though I said it was free and it’s a gift and delete the video because I don’t want people knowing this is a scam” - scammer in Madrid.
I’m not long back from Rome , one of them tried this with me after being all friendly he threw a bracelet on the ground and said for you free! I just walked away at that point and could hear him a bit annoyed but that’s all you need to do.
It’s weird I been to Portugal and these guys are all over the place but they never approached me. Idk if it’s because I’m kind of tall or I look intimidating as some people told me. I’ve never been scammed and I’ve been to Europe about 3x. I just know when people are scamming too. Let’s just say I deal with people who have tried every trick in the book lol.
I think you just answered your question. You must look intimidating and they know you will not likely be scammed. They often target young people, women, etc. That's why it's such a bad thing.
Well done Kerry, you definately a brave man with a couple of balls!!, also helping alotta ppl ..... You a Detroit tiger!!! Thats my kerry Viva Michigan 🇺🇸 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Do take care Kerry or you could have a nasty fight with one of these people. These folks ruin tourism and are all over the place, thanks for the info, take care sir✌🏼☕️🏴🍺
To be fair these guys usually harass women, tourists and people who don't look threatening. As you said, I doubt he would try this against several big dudes.
Same happened to me in Torromolinos .When he knew he wasn't getting anywhere. Yes he got angry. And I told him nobody carrys cash nowadays. I wondered how he actually got me into the position that he could put on and tighten the bracelet onto my arm. The second bracelet is the key. (Even if you are very vigilant, they can catch you out). Just don't engage. He eventually walked of after I couldn't get the bracelet off. He had been going on about good luck and although for one second I thought I was the winner. When I got the bracelet off threw it in the bin. Loving your videos. 😊👍
Surprised to hear that this scam is even going on in Torremolinos now. Good thing you got away and didn't pay him. Really appreciate your kind comments about my channel. Thanks Ingo.
LMAO 😂. I saw these dudes in Rome/Pisa/Naples. I always laughed right in their faces and even messes with them at times. I had one so angry at the Spanish steps. I was laughing so hard. How people fall for these idiot scammers is insane to me. And this was during me and my wife’s honeymoon a few years ago
I knew it! I knew it! I knew it! This has happened to me a few times and they had bracelets. I didn’t care if they offered me and I had to tell them a few times no money and I was not interested. I had to do it a few times until they stopped and go away.
What happened to me on Plaza mayor was very weird so this black man stops you and gives you 3 brackets he puts one on your arm and the rest he gives you for back home asks you all these questions and later says give me money for my family and he asks for 10 euro if you can decline either he robs you and runs or you rather give him 1 euro….
Geezus they are getting more aggressive. The problem is that the police won't do much in Spain to stop them. Best to just walk away. Thanks for sharing.
@@TravelAddictGuy well that was a first for me ,next time I travel in Spain I will look out for these scammers !!!This was just an awkward experience but all in all Spain was pretty much a very cool place where everyone should go and visit
I saw these same guys (Africans too) putting bracelets on people in Paris on the steps of Sacre Coeur in Montmartre. Also shouting tha people need to get right with god. Got angry very fast.
To be fair some are hugh pressure salesman and some are scammers. If they offer you something for free and then demand payment. Then that is a scam. Thanks for sharing Oskar.
Were you worried for your life? Why didn't you call the cops? I thought your life was in danger! I'm so glad that you had salido de eso con tu vida! Eres un gran hombre! 👏
I never said my life was in danger, but he said several times Do you want a problem? . Then he started to reach for my camera. I started to walk away and he followed me, until a few tourists came to my aid. That shows bad intentions on his part.
you never turn off the camera for your own safety. just walk away with it still running. if he started a fight you'd want it recording to prove it. also don't do this again unless you can handle yourself physically.
This is the first time anyone has really threatened me like that. He told me to turn the camera off and he was trying to grab the camera. So in the moment I did what he said. With hindsight I should have kept filming. It took me by surprise as we were in the center of Madrid's largest plaza. Appreciate the advice.
I actually really like the bracelet. I tried to buy it on aliexpress but its not there. I figure it must be a cheap bracelet since its for scams. Anyone know where to buy one online? :)
lol my bf called me while he was in Madrid to tell me he got like 6 free bracelets from this African guy.. I told him that was definitely a scam and he was shocked. He thought the guy was just nice - I guess he inadvertently scammed the scammer bc he said thank you and walked off with them. One was this exact elephant one, he actually still wears it 💀💀
He started following me and threatened to break my camera. That's when I turned off the video. Why did he follow me, some tourists had to come to my aid.
Had the same in Taiwan. Indian scammer tred to give me my fortune for free. Played along, demanded cash for his 10 kids. lmfao. Told him.hes a scammer, and he did a runner. Same suspects.
Similar things happen in other countries around the world. When I was in Peru, a lady walked past me holding a lamb. When I gave the lamb attention, the lady put the lamb in my hands to hold. I gave the lamb back 30 seconds later, and then the lady asked for a tip. When I said I had no money, she got angry. Well, she shouldn't have given me the f* lamb to hold then.
@@TravelAddictGuy I initially felt a bit guilty, as I thought I may have broken a local custom by not giving a donation. However, I now know that it was just a ruse.
When I'm approached I just say Root Beer (American Soda) to both where I'm from and the bracelet...most of the time it confuses them only once I had to say I just buy Root Beer. I've heard of American Hotdog but American Root Beer was tempted to give him a euro for that one.
Some thing similar happened with me in Athens in 2019, A black guy offered me a bracelet like this. I told I dont want it. By then he had already tied the bracelet on my wrist.. and started walking away with a smile. He told me it is for free. I walked back to him handed the bracelet to him. I told he can sell them to someone and earn money. That time i did not know about this Shitty scam. Thank god, I did not accept that bracelet.
Sounds like you did the right thing. If only these guys just asked for a donation, instead of trying to scam people. They would probably get some people to donate.
I hate that stuff ruins the moment- happens eveywhere. Was at the Vietnam memorial in DC Memorial Day and guy came up to us and said he had gift POW MIA hats and put them on us then said $20 donation for POWs. How can you say no to that!! My relatives were visiting from BCN and paid the man but I don't know if it was legit (probably not) but either way very irritating.
Sounds like the POW hat guy was a scammer. Lowest of the low. I'm so sorry that happened to you and your family. These guys pray on innocent people. Just awful.
why do you present your self han go back o he US where you work for and with these guys as and under name 'security' and do the same crime just in he cyber media and other with you... what a shit world to live in and no hope to be changed o better due to all of you here.... where is your Harry ?
Ah this is so sad. I am a Senegalese origin and I am so ashamed of this. Senegalese are hospitable and wonderful people why go to Europe and do this shit
@@TravelAddictGuy most of them do not have papers and usually they owe money to whomever lent them money to immigrate to Spain, Italy and France. Those lenders can be sneaky and usually blackmail them.
It's not what we call scammer. Where you're from they always talk about free free free. Is it not scamm as well? Just give him the bracelet back, there's nothing free in this world 🌎.
Once a clown walked up to my *6 year old brother* and just shoved a balloon animal in his hand-saying nothing. I assumed it was free and took one too. But then the clown stuck around and approached our parents, pointed at our balloons and held out his hand for money 😤 we ended up just giving the balloons back. Approaching little kids and *giving them toys when the parents backs are turned* & then demanding payment honestly makes this bracelet guy look like a saint
That sounds like an awful scam. Unfortunately some of these bracelet guys do offer the kids the bracelets too.
@@TravelAddictGuy lovely 🤦♀️
I dont think he's saint, no way.
Wow, that's bad. The clown would now be a missing person if I was there.
A scammer for sure. It’s funny how fast he changed when you said you had no money on you. Thanks for the thumbs up on this scammer in Madrid.
He went from friendly to angry in a matter of minutes. You can see not to trust these guys, they just want your money. Happy to warn you Kat5.
@@TravelAddictGuy are most of the scammers African American every video they are just wondering
@@Stalkergames916 No, I have videos of gypsy scammers too. This man is not American, therefore he cannot be African American. This man is from Africa in this video.
the sad thing is, if they put that amount of effort into running a legit bussiness they'd likely be very successful
If they had that mindset, they would go far. 👍
@@TravelAddictGuy It is not a question of mindset. Most of the time, these are illegal inmigrants with a lot of debt to the mafia that brought them into the country. It is the mafia that tells them what to do and they have little choice.
@@nuriazuazo3822 Do you have proof of this?
@@TravelAddictGuy That this particular guy is an illegal inmigrant? No, of course. But it is a well know fact that there' are mafias that charge to bring people from Africa to Europe. And Spain receives huge amount of illegal inmigrants. The Canary Islands are full, of course, so it is the South of the peninsula and plenty of them come to Madrid.
It is also known by the results of police investigations that many of "manteros" are forced by this mafias to sell their illegal products (fake copies of DVDs, shoes, etc) to pay their debt and as a means to live, since they can't find a regular job because they're illegal.
@@nuriazuazo3822 I have heard this story too, but is there proof if it. I also wonder why the government does not do anything to break up these Mafias.
I was approached by a guy doing the same thing. When he asked for money, I told him "I don't have any. I got pick pocketed"
That is an A1 reply. He probably thought one of his friends got your money. 😆
When a person ask where are you from, is gonna f*k you sideways
Usually that's the case. 😁👍🏻
This happened to me in Rome, Italy. Some guy gave the exact same bracelet to my family saying it is free because his kid was born. And said we're racist if we don't give him money. My mom, being gullible and all c❤called my dad over. My dad said gave him 10 and scammer said no give me 20.
And that is how I got scammed today.
I'm sorry to hear that. These scammers are skillful and use various tactics to get your money. Including coercion and even threats. Be careful out there.
Where is police brutality when you need it?
Oddly enough, the police in Spain do little to stop these guys.
Those are some crazy SCAMMING DEVILS
I hate these scammers, they especially target tourists.
I just ignore them and walk away. Unfortunately, every major city center in Europe has those charcoal smokies pushing their worthless bracelet, or some other BS.
I normally do the same. But I wanted to see what would happen if you didn't.
It's funny how just because someone is from Africa he expects the others to give things to him for free.
No, you missed the point, he doesn't expect you to, he will put pressure on you or try to scare you, they work on fear, you feel vulnerable and then there's the liberals who feel guilty for everything😂😂😂
Let him try that in Croatia hahaa
Amazing you got this on camera and great to exposure scammers like this!
Thanks Mallorca, I love exposing these scams.
The same thing happened to me in Rome Italy 🇮🇹 they are Dishonest Scammers liars they shouldn’t be allowed to do what they are doing robbing people pretending to be honest they just put the bracelets on people and demand Pay 💰 it makes me Angry 😤😡🤬
I understand how you feel, it's an awful scam that targets unsespecting tourists.
@@TravelAddictGuy it should be illegal for them to dishonestly scam people to lie to people and make money 💴 off them I think they should be banned from doing so because it’s lies and deception
@@BenStevenson-c4z It should be, but Spanish police turn a blind eye.
@@TravelAddictGuy No Surprise there
When I was there and in other parts of Spain I took a simple approach, when you spot a block away these residents with a supply of beads and bracelets dangling from their hands , standing in one spot or pacing back and forth towards tourists, walk the other way to begin with.
Normally they are not as aggressive like this guy was. He saw me filming with a camera and then approached me. Then he cried when I filmed his scam. Can't have it both ways Mr. Scammer.
Scammers are abound. Don't let yourself be one of the victim.
Don't let these people affect where you want to go! Just ignore them, or tell them you bought one of their products already... Or like I did today, at the trevi Fountain, take the bracelet and walk away 😂 even better for when one tries to get you after and you already have your free bracelet and you wave it at them, telling them you got one. Today was insanely busy which might have helped my cause
When he said he needs money I would've said, "no, you've clearly got money with that gucci fanny pack 😉"
That would for sure have shocked him. 👍🏻
Those scammers annoy me so bad!! I almost fell victim to that bracelet scam while in Rome earlier this year. While I was getting out of the Roman Forum, a man came up and randomly put that bracelet on my wrist. Then he tried demanding $. I was having none of it and I got aggressive with him verbally cause I was also short on time as I had to get to my next tourist attraction I wanted to see. So I thankfully took it off, though two or three followed me and I turned around pointing and yelling “NO!!!”, and I trashed it.
Another sign scammers want your attention: while I visited Venice, a random guy came up to me asking “what time it was” so I looked at my phone and told him. Then he was friendly and threw a bracelet at me and I said “NO!” and walked away. Then I realized “of all people around, why did you have to ask me? And also there’s a clock right in front of you!!” Now I know what to expect the next time I see them within a distance
Those scammers sound very aggressive. Such a shame that the police let's them be some a nuisance to tourists. Asking for the time is a way to see if you are a foreigner or not. It can also be a way to see what kind of watch or phone you have, when you check the time. You really have to be on guard when traveling, especially in areas full of scammers. Good luck and safe travels.
@@TravelAddictGuy thank you, you as well. It was my first trip abroad solo. I was aware and alert but didn’t expect them initially.
I had exactly this in front of the big Cathedral in Milan:
"My friend, you want a free bracelet?"
"Free?"
"Yes, free"
"To be clear, it's absolutely free, you don't want any money whatsoever from me? None?"
"No, no money it's free, a gift for you my friend"
"Well if it's really, actually free, okay thanks"
[Puts bracelet on me]
"A donation for my country"
"Erm, no"
"You give me donation"
"You said this was free and you didn't want any money"
"Donation, for my children"
"No, I don't think so. Here, take this back"
The guy gets angry. So, I start walking directly toward a couple of police officers. The scammer disappears instantly 😂
Sounds like the exact same scam, smart to walk up to some officers. To bad none were around when I made this video as the guy was following me too. Luckily some other tourists jumped in to help me. These guys are awful crooks.
You forgot the one rule in life, nothing is free.
@@Bob-yg7ry Good point.
Cannot Believe it I had it exactly where you where in Duomo this was in 2017 they were very aggressive
@@jude11117 Could even be the same guy 😆
I just wanna see someone point a gun or punch someone aggressive 🤦🏻♂️man put those scammers in check
I know how you feel, but let's not condone violence.
“He knew I wasn’t dumb, I wasn’t a tourist” -travel addict lol.
Oh my! Watching this is like a flashback to just now when this exact same thing happened to me at the plaza mayor. I was just chilling with my drink and calamari sandwich and then he forced upon the bracelet on me and even got angry when I wanted to walk away. He also said the same words of 'Do you want a problem?'. Man I was really nervous too. Especially with this being my first time as a solo traveller here in spain 😥Thankfully I didn't pay a single cent and threw his bracelet away. These scammers really are a downer on the whole travelling experience.
Anyways, really happy that you are putting this information out there so that people can beware of these scams. Cheers!
Thanks for sharing your experience. He had me a bit nervous too with his threatening remarks. I am a seasoned traveler and absolutely cannot stand these guys. They prey on tourists and it's awful. So glad that you did not pay and had no other issues. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your vacation and please know that Spain is a very safe country. Safe travels!
I've scratched France and Spain from my list of countries I'm going to visit already.
@@Bob-yg7ry Spain is a great country, that is very safe (Except for Barcelona) , which even there they usually only steal your stuff. The rest of it is very safe. Good luck.
@@TravelAddictGuy only city I know is Barcelona 🤣
@Bob Go somewhere else it's much safer. Madrid, Valencia, Seville. All great cities and much safer than Barcelona.
Good video Kerry. Definitely a scammer. This seems to happen a lot in Spain. I wonder how many he scams in a day.
Probably plenty, hopefully he learned that this isn't the way to treat people. 👍
Today in Barcelona the same thing happened to me and my partner. Oddly enough, the man was also from Senegal with the EXACT same bracelets. Said we were a nice couple then offered us a bracelet each. Proceeded to apply the bracelet, then asked for 3 or 4 euros. Told him we had no money left as we’d spent the last on our drinks (we were sat outside a bar), wouldn’t leave us alone until I said he could take them back. Took mine but said my partner could keep hers. I was suspicious of him to begin with but couldn’t see past the charm. Stay frosty folks
Sorry this happened to you both. I think you're lucky that you were at a bar, otherwise he would likely have been much more aggressive with you. They are worried about the bar owners calling the cops. Now you know not to except anything form strangers. Enjoy your vacation.
I went to the plaza with my school this year for our spring break about two months ago and this exact guy tried and two of his companions tried to scam me and my friends. Hopefully something is done to these guys to stop scamming.
I'm sorry this happened to you. These guys have no shame and even target students. I made a video to expose this guy, at least. It seems that the police don't care.
These people are a pain in the ass. They lie it is for free and then want money. Just ignore them. Betrayers.
They are a pain for sure, good advice. Ignore and walk away.
Three of them tried it on with my grandaughter in Spain help onto her arm when she told me I ran back and started screaming at them one of them said crazy woman I said I will show you fucking crazy they soon backed down they are scamming
They held on to a little girls arm? That is assault, you should have called the police.
That happens to me in Rome it was the exact same bracelet design and he said he was from Senegal asked us where we were from and started banging his drum before saying”give me money for my baby” we threw the brackets down on the ground and ripped one of of one of our wrist cause he tied it he then followed us and yelled until I looked back and told him if he kept following us he would no longer be the follower rather the followed
This is hilarious, you sure turned the tables on that scammer. 😂
Don't "stop" to talk to them at all. Traveling alone I have nothing in my pockets & everything is under my clothes cuz I don't carry much & don't look like a tourist.
Safety 1st ☮️💟
That's good advice for sure, never talk to random people who offer you something for "free". Safe travels Patty.
Scammer: give me something
Me: gives the bracelet back "I appreciate the gift man, but you need it more than I do"
Hahaha nicely done.
I recently had the same bracelet scam played on me in Venice. The “free” gift suddenly turned into €5. These relentless people are everywhere. The bracelet in the video was identical to the one in Venice. I ended up thrusting it back onto the scammer who was determined not to take it back. In the end, I just threw it onto his bag and walked away. I can imagine how some vulnerable people could be intimidated into parting with money. Anyway, I hope that I was able to distract and waste the scammers time just long enough for other people to pass by and be saved.
It almost sound like some type of mafia group at this point. I have heard stories about these scammers with the same bracelet in Italy and Spain. The police won't do anything, so the scam will sadly, continue.
Heyyyyy Kerry my friend I just got back from my cave house, so glad I'm up in the mountains away from these scammers, they ruin the experience for people visiting for the first time they are everywhere, so glad you didn't come to any harm. Stay safe my friend, you are a good man,
Sounds like you had an amazing time. Glad to hear there are no scammers there. Thank you Blu and safe travels.🇪🇸👍
¡Saludos Kerry! Te habla Elaine , la profe de NJ. Vi ese truco por primera vez en Roma hace 10 años cuando uno de mis estudiantes era víctima del mismo truco. Te aviso que tengas mucho más cuidado en tú manera de saludar y hablar a toda la gente que exista en tus aventuras, especialmente en los centros turísticos de las ciudades grandes. Voy a Madrid y de allí viajo a otros lugares cada año y nunca había visto lo que te pasó , especialmente en la Plaza Mayor. Tus respuestas a sus preguntas le indicaron al hombre que era un estadounidense y posiblemente ignorante a los peligros de la calle. Como sabes, hay muchos estadounidenses que piensan que son "intocables" en cuanto a ser víctimas a los ladrones en la calle. Andan por todos lados con un coraje artificial. Tienes mucha experiencia viajando por España, pero hoy en día es un país diferente. Cuídate.
Este es buen informacion y si hay mas estafadores que nunca en las calles. Por esto todos necesita tener cuidate. Tu eres una mujer con mucho experienca viajando y tu sabes que estas pasando. 👍
im glad you exposed him! we need to exposed all of them! They are scammers
Doing my best, these guys need to be stopped. If enough tourists are wise, then they won't have anybody giving them anything. Thanks Richter Show. 👍🏻😎
@@TravelAddictGuy I agree, I will be uploading my own encounters with scammers as well to bring as much awareness as possible
These Scammers Harassed me in Italy 🇮🇹
same
I'm on holiday in Tenerife, and my mum was approached by one of these guys, and we obviously just said no thank you. Then, when he tried to scam an older couple my mum stopped him. He became far more aggressive, so much so that we had to pretend to get in a taxi.
Sorry that you had a similar experience. They obviously don't want anyone messing with their dirty income. That's why I choose to alert the public through my videos. Thanks for sharing. 🙏
nice video , going to Madrid in three weeks , will keep an eye out for these scammers , many thanks for bring this to our attention
Happy too keep you aware. These guys are in the Plaza Mayor most days.
in Rome too, and Vatican specifically which makes it even worse.
I've heard that the scammers are bad in Rome.
Thanks for the warning. Advisable to ignore them and carry on walking away.
Normally I would, but the video was to show what happens if you don't.
Good footage there Kerry. Really shows what happens in these situations if someone hasnt experienced an interaction with these street hawkers. Maybe next time, keep the camera rolling even if youre not pointing it at anything, it will record sound etc
I should have but he was demanding I stop filming and started to reach for the camera. The GoPro has a screen that's lit when you are filming. I was a bit surprised that he got so aggressive with me. I need a hidden camera somewhere, that will still catch the action. Thanks J5, great idea.
I didn't realise the screen lit up all the time. There is a youtuber called PJ Audits and on some of his videos he has a hand held camera and another one nearby, angled towards him recording everything.
Your videos are helpful to showcase these scams. I had the same thing but I think they were little pot Elephants or something, possibly in a Plaza in Florence.
well, I'm from Brazil and this is kid's play when compared to the "scammers" from Brazil, in Europe, it's like "avoid them, say no, don't stop...", in Brazil, they rob you with a fire weapon and your life is at stake, there is no way of saying no or simply "walking away"
That sounds like a robbery, not a scam. I'm from Detroit, so I know how that works. But I feel sorry for my Brazilian friends.
@@TravelAddictGuy that's the why I've put "scammers" in quotes, I mean, each country poses its own risks, and in Europe, it's just a matter of scams in which saying no is enough, meanwhile for us, something in which your financial loss is your "profit" once the other possible outcome is your life being taken away...I've been to Italy this year and these "vendors" tried to approach me multiple times, my answers were firm and loud "NOs" (I'm a bearded guy), once I was walking on my own and one of them asked me where I'm from and I was already pissed off with them trying to approach me by complimenting my shoes (serious! WHO IN THE FUCKING HELL DOES IT?!) and I've replied: "I'M FROM NARNIA!"
@@aSome1 👌😂
Thanks for your Video as Always 👍. Scammers are Everywhere unfortunately. They will Never call the police, as you so Rightly said They are the ones Scamming. Take Care out there. ✌
Doing my best to expose these guys. This guy did not like the camera either. Thanks Levina.
I legit came across this guy few minutes ago on plaza mayor. I avoided eye contact but he caught me by asking where I was from and gave the same name “samba” and said the bracelet was free and proceeded to place it on my wrist. Then he said he has starving family in Senegal and asked for money. This dude was so huge and I’m only a small female so luckily I had a euro to give him to get him off my back. Gosh, I should just ignore em and walk away
That's crazy how this guy is still working out there, with no regards to any laws. Yea, he's a giant guy as you said. He can be very intimidating and that was the case when I met him. As I am not a big guy myself. Best thing to do is just walk far away from these scammers. Stay safe out there!
I swear they're everywere, I go into some tourist attraction pretty much anywhere in Europe and theres like 5 of them standing infront of the entrance waving their bracelets in everyones faces saying "gift from africa?", even on the top of elevators, escalators, stairs, crosswalks, parks, subways, you name it.
The scam must be working then. 🤔
For your information, its a Mafia - cult from Senegal.
That is very disturbing if it's true.😲
They are called the Mouride brotherhood@@TravelAddictGuy
same scammers in Italy too. Same looking bracelet. Maybe there is a scammer bracelet outlet they get these from.
I wonder who us behind all of this. Weird how they all use the same cheap bracelets.🤔
I met one of these guys in another Spanish City. He did and said exactly the same almost. Wife, dropping bracelet on the street etc
It seems as thought they have some kind of scammer gang here in Spain.
@@TravelAddictGuy might be. I met that guy in cadiz. But i felt in Madrid I had to be a little careful. A guy took my phone at some point with some trick. But he was quite innocent and when I demanded it back, he gave it to me right away. There are some sketchy people in the centre of Madrid, but there are also lots of people around always.
@@alpehyl It's good to be on guard.
You’ve been culturally enriched. That’s the PC term.
He doesn't enrich the culture here in Spain. He just scams people.
This happened to me on Tuesday, they were standing in front of the metro exit that is right next to San Siro stadium in Milan. Got a bracelet, told them I don't have cash. They left me and my mate alone pretty fast because there were many more fans walking towards the stadium so it wasn't worth it arguing with us.
I already knew about this scam but fell for it because they chose an amazing spot. We just left the metro where you have to scan a QR code to leave the station so it kind of felt like you were inside the boundaries of the stadium (so they feel "official") even though anyone can just go there. Once they asked for money though I realized that we are being scammed and there was no way I would give them money.
You were smart not give them money. They would have likely been more aggressive if not so close to the stadium. Be careful guys, don't accept anything from strangers.
Yeah dude expose those scammers on camera 😆
I love exposing these guys!💯👍😎
“Here take this free gift but you have to give me money in return even though I said it was free and it’s a gift and delete the video because I don’t want people knowing this is a scam” - scammer in Madrid.
He knew he was caught.
Pro tip: avoid africans
I’m not long back from Rome , one of them tried this with me after being all friendly he threw a bracelet on the ground and said for you free! I just walked away at that point and could hear him a bit annoyed but that’s all you need to do.
That's the best way to handle it, for sure.👍
Good job exposing them and making people aware.
Thank you, I'm glad his face is out there so everyone knows who to avoid in Madrid.
I'm glad this ended well. I would have walked away from the beginning. There are scammers everywhere unfortunately.
Hi Liz, I would too normally, but I wanted to act like a tourist and see what happened.
@@TravelAddictGuy thank you for the great video and for making us aware!
It’s weird I been to Portugal and these guys are all over the place but they never approached me. Idk if it’s because I’m kind of tall or I look intimidating as some people told me. I’ve never been scammed and I’ve been to Europe about 3x. I just know when people are scamming too. Let’s just say I deal with people who have tried every trick in the book lol.
I think you just answered your question. You must look intimidating and they know you will not likely be scammed. They often target young people, women, etc. That's why it's such a bad thing.
Anyone know how much these guys make from bracelets?
I would guess they get on average $5 to $10 per tourist. $40 or $50 an hour, sometimes more.
Well done Kerry, you definately a brave man with a couple of balls!!, also helping alotta ppl .....
You a Detroit tiger!!! Thats my kerry
Viva Michigan 🇺🇸 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you bro. We can't let these intimidate us, they are foreigners scamming in another country. Say No to scammers!🚔😎
Typical of that breed
Do take care Kerry or you could have a nasty fight with one of these people. These folks ruin tourism and are all over the place, thanks for the info, take care sir✌🏼☕️🏴🍺
I just hate to see honest people scammed. But point taken. Cheers my friend.👍
To handle this scammer, come with 2-3 friends and see what he would do when the numbers are on your side...
To be fair these guys usually harass women, tourists and people who don't look threatening. As you said, I doubt he would try this against several big dudes.
Often times they also work in packs to help each other and it ups the intimidation factor. @@TravelAddictGuy
Same happened to me in Torromolinos .When he knew he wasn't getting anywhere. Yes he got angry. And I told him nobody carrys cash nowadays. I wondered how he actually got me into the position that he could put on and tighten the bracelet onto my arm. The second bracelet is the key. (Even if you are very vigilant, they can catch you out). Just don't engage. He eventually walked of after I couldn't get the bracelet off. He had been going on about good luck and although for one second I thought I was the winner. When I got the bracelet off threw it in the bin. Loving your videos. 😊👍
Surprised to hear that this scam is even going on in Torremolinos now. Good thing you got away and didn't pay him. Really appreciate your kind comments about my channel. Thanks Ingo.
LMAO 😂. I saw these dudes in Rome/Pisa/Naples. I always laughed right in their faces and even messes with them at times. I had one so angry at the Spanish steps. I was laughing so hard. How people fall for these idiot scammers is insane to me. And this was during me and my wife’s honeymoon a few years ago
Nice to see someone messing with them, instead of the other way around. That must have been funny.
That s a funny way to deal with those. They are everywhere in the World. I will do the same when going to Barca next Month. Thanks for yor tip. 👍👍👍
Gracias amigo I have no time for these people, in tenerifa there everywhere
You're welcome. Maybe they'll think twice about scamming poor folks when they're faces are on the internet. Cheers Travel Free.👍
I knew it! I knew it! I knew it! This has happened to me a few times and they had bracelets. I didn’t care if they offered me and I had to tell them a few times no money and I was not interested. I had to do it a few times until they stopped and go away.
This was Benamaldena
Glad you avoided those scammers. Well done Max.👌💯
They were still pain in the butts
Hi Kerry you handled that situation very well.. it could have got ugly.. These guys are desperate for money.. Take care 🙂
I felt safe because we were in the Plaza Mayor. But he wanted that footage and even started following me. Luckily some tourists came to my aid. 👍
@@TravelAddictGuy yes I suppose lots of people around
What happened to me on Plaza mayor was very weird so this black man stops you and gives you 3 brackets he puts one on your arm and the rest he gives you for back home asks you all these questions and later says give me money for my family and he asks for 10 euro if you can decline either he robs you and runs or you rather give him 1 euro….
This is the same guy that scammed me it was either give him like 1 euro or he would rob me like at that moment you don’t know what to expect
Geezus they are getting more aggressive. The problem is that the police won't do much in Spain to stop them. Best to just walk away. Thanks for sharing.
That is a form of coercion, they must really be getting desperate. Sorry that happened to you Michael.
@@TravelAddictGuy well that was a first for me ,next time I travel in Spain I will look out for these scammers !!!This was just an awkward experience but all in all Spain was pretty much a very cool place where everyone should go and visit
At 3:12 you see another scammer at the back doing his thing.
I didn't even notice that there was a second one. 🤦♂️
I saw these same guys (Africans too) putting bracelets on people in Paris on the steps of Sacre Coeur in Montmartre. Also shouting tha people need to get right with god. Got angry very fast.
That's really low using God's name to scam people.
Saw a guy doing this to a young couple. I walked away, but i always wanted to know what happened to them lol
Now you know how these guys operate.
A bloke tried the scam with me in the exact same place when I was in Madrid haha.
That's right, they are always looking for tourists to try and scam.
What would happen to you, if had a bracelet on your wrist and walked away?
I did that and the guy started to follow and threaten me.
Lots of them in Madrid, sometimes aggressive, some entering bars and bothering you when you drink your "cańa".
To be fair some are hugh pressure salesman and some are scammers. If they offer you something for free and then demand payment. Then that is a scam. Thanks for sharing Oskar.
Were you worried for your life? Why didn't you call the cops? I thought your life was in danger! I'm so glad that you had salido de eso con tu vida! Eres un gran hombre! 👏
I never said my life was in danger, but he said several times Do you want a problem? . Then he started to reach for my camera. I started to walk away and he followed me, until a few tourists came to my aid. That shows bad intentions on his part.
@@TravelAddictGuy que te den. Hombre , . Estás buscando, problemas. Good luck 🤗.
@@robynlea6950 Tu eres un estafador tambien?
Good job Kerry, stay safe out there!
Thank you my friend, I'll do my best. 🙏😎
you never turn off the camera for your own safety. just walk away with it still running. if he started a fight you'd want it recording to prove it.
also don't do this again unless you can handle yourself physically.
This is the first time anyone has really threatened me like that. He told me to turn the camera off and he was trying to grab the camera. So in the moment I did what he said. With hindsight I should have kept filming. It took me by surprise as we were in the center of Madrid's largest plaza. Appreciate the advice.
That was the same scammer that tried to scam my family when I was in Madrid
Are you serious, he's still at it. Wonder if he's seen his video.
I actually really like the bracelet. I tried to buy it on aliexpress but its not there. I figure it must be a cheap bracelet since its for scams. Anyone know where to buy one online? :)
Next time I'll ask a scammer where to buy them. Good luck.
@@TravelAddictGuy I think they'll just try to 'gift' you one lol but thanks
@@landofgrundo 😄
This is interesting, in Rome african scammers approach you in the same way: "are you from Africa"? I guess this must be a funny joke to them...
I've heard about the ones in Rome. Maybe there is a network of these scammers?
@@TravelAddictGuy I think so, it would be too strange that people thousands of miles away express themselves the same way by pure chance.
lol my bf called me while he was in Madrid to tell me he got like 6 free bracelets from this African guy.. I told him that was definitely a scam and he was shocked. He thought the guy was just nice - I guess he inadvertently scammed the scammer bc he said thank you and walked off with them. One was this exact elephant one, he actually still wears it 💀💀
That's actually hilarious, your boyfriend scammed the scammer. 😂😂👍🏻
What do you mean he was getting mean? He could have done nothing. Why did you run away? This is a cowardly act.
He started following me and threatened to break my camera. That's when I turned off the video. Why did he follow me, some tourists had to come to my aid.
Had the same in Taiwan. Indian scammer tred to give me my fortune for free. Played along, demanded cash for his 10 kids. lmfao. Told him.hes a scammer, and he did a runner. Same suspects.
Nicely done. You should have told him to wrap it up, if he has ten kids. 😂
Similar things happen in other countries around the world. When I was in Peru, a lady walked past me holding a lamb. When I gave the lamb attention, the lady put the lamb in my hands to hold. I gave the lamb back 30 seconds later, and then the lady asked for a tip. When I said I had no money, she got angry. Well, she shouldn't have given me the f* lamb to hold then.
They do with llamas a lot in Peru. I've heard of this before.
@@TravelAddictGuy I initially felt a bit guilty, as I thought I may have broken a local custom by not giving a donation. However, I now know that it was just a ruse.
@Tehui1974 If you want to give a small donation to people with baby animals, it's up to you. But you aren't obligated.
You are the Spanish version of that lady in Italy screaming "atenzione, pickpocket!"
I like that lady, should do a collab with her. 👍🏻😁
Hate these guys man absolutely annoying I just say no thanks and move on
That's smart.
You should carry around your own bracelets and when they ask you for something in return, you tie a bracelet on them.
That would be funny. 😂
When I'm approached I just say Root Beer (American Soda) to both where I'm from and the bracelet...most of the time it confuses them only once I had to say I just buy Root Beer. I've heard of American Hotdog but American Root Beer was tempted to give him a euro for that one.
That's a funny way to deal with them. But this guy would have tried to put a bracelet on you while you were saying root beer.
Some thing similar happened with me in Athens in 2019,
A black guy offered me a bracelet like this.
I told I dont want it. By then he had already tied the bracelet on my wrist.. and started walking away with a smile. He told me it is for free.
I walked back to him handed the bracelet to him. I told he can sell them to someone and earn money.
That time i did not know about this Shitty scam.
Thank god, I did not accept that bracelet.
Sounds like you did the right thing. If only these guys just asked for a donation, instead of trying to scam people. They would probably get some people to donate.
Great channel
I appreciate that. 🙏
we experienced this exactly in that place and this people are so violent after we gave 5 euros
Even after you gave them money they were violent? I wish the police would do more to stop them.
This is the people who are going to pay the pensions!
Had a similar experience today actually,with a man selling those same elephant bracelets.
They are still out there, be careful and thanks for sharing.
@@TravelAddictGuy thanks mate, very informative video.
Happened to me in Rome yesterday and today.
These guys are in Italy and Spain.
@@TravelAddictGuyI like that you’re still responding to comments years later. You’ve earned my respect and subscription.
@@multiyapples Thanks.
Where is comonn sense in this western europeans? When somebody unknown touch me, immediately answer is left hook right cross
The guy is twice my size. That wouldn't have been very smart.
I hate that stuff ruins the moment- happens eveywhere. Was at the Vietnam memorial in DC Memorial Day and guy came up to us and said he had gift POW MIA hats and put them on us then said $20 donation for POWs. How can you say no to that!! My relatives were visiting from BCN and paid the man but I don't know if it was legit (probably not) but either way very irritating.
Sounds like the POW hat guy was a scammer. Lowest of the low. I'm so sorry that happened to you and your family. These guys pray on innocent people. Just awful.
They watch to see where in your bag you pulled your donation money from, and later their partner pickpockets you with ease.
why do you present your self han go back o he US where you work for and with these guys as and under name
'security' and do the same crime just in he cyber media and other with you...
what a shit world to live in and no hope to be changed o better due to all of you here.... where is your Harry ?
Ah this is so sad. I am a Senegalese origin and I am so ashamed of this. Senegalese are hospitable and wonderful people why go to Europe and do this shit
Thank you for your concern. I hope that they can come here and have a good life. With a real job and not scamming tourists. 🙏
@@TravelAddictGuy absolutely. Sadly even in Rome they do this. Sorry that you had to go through this mess
@@chocovanille5809 I have been told by some that there are mafias that make them do this. Do you think it's true?
@@TravelAddictGuy most of them do not have papers and usually they owe money to whomever lent them money to immigrate to Spain, Italy and France. Those lenders can be sneaky and usually blackmail them.
@@chocovanille5809 Very sad, I have heard something like that before.
i have that EXACT same bracelet from a guy in Barcelona a couple years ago
They buy them by the thousands from somewhere, probably China or India. Did you have to pay him?
😂😂 here in the Canaries Gran Canaria from Rumania doing the same, they are a pest, asking for money all the time
I know that they are all over Spain. Un saludo a la Isla Canares.
It's not what we call scammer. Where you're from they always talk about free free free. Is it not scamm as well? Just give him the bracelet back, there's nothing free in this world 🌎.
He didn't want it back. He demanded money, I tried to give it back in the video. He also threatened me, because I had a camera.
@@TravelAddictGuy OK!
@@TravelAddictGuy Anyway! I like your video. Peace!
Thats an old scam from the 90s
You would think that people would know better by now. But they still trick people every day in Spain.
and ofc he is not local
Right, I've yet to meet a Spanish person scamming.
I just experience this in Rome today 😭
Sorry to hear that, it's not a fun experience.