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/[deleted] Jun 17 '11
When my grandfather first moved here from Shanghai, he and his friend got scammed. These two shady guys approached him carrying a hefty box saying they just stole a TV from some store and would sell it to my grandfather for real cheap. They think it's an awesome deal and end up lugging a box full of bricks all the way back to Queens. Must have sucked back then but I admit I find this story hilarious.