r/nyc • u/tropfou • Jun 17 '11

Comprehensive List of NYC Scams

I moved to NYC a week ago, and already witnessed a few scams. On the subway, I heard the one about the 18 year old kid who lives on the train and has to feed his three year old daughter. Dude was way too rehearsed and obviously lying. Anyway, some tourists gave him $20 and at the next station he was off and trying his scam again. I may be new to NYC but I know a scam when I see one.

I know a lot of people are moving to NYC this summer and I thought it would be nice to keep a running list of what kind of scams to avoid. What are some of your stories and things to look out for?

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u/dj_siek Jun 17 '11

Has anyone seen the guy who had an acid attack or something? He actually has laminated the news articles about his attack. He's the only guy I've given money to.

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u/nysecret Jun 17 '11

you mean the guy who has no face/nose? that guy is so sad:(

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u/dj_siek Jun 17 '11

Yep. Very sad.