New: S’porean on Tinder date in Taiwan almost scammed S$1,200

A 24-year-old Singaporean’s Tinder date in Taiwan took a dark turn when the person didn’t show up and demanded NTS$30,000 in Apple gift cards, threatening her with a gory video. Tainan police intervened after store staff suspected a scam.

Another Tinder Date Scam

The woman met the man, claiming to be a nightclub model, on Tinder and agreed to a meetup. When he didn’t appear, he demanded a “meetup fee” in gift cards. The police calmed the victim, dispelling fears of underworld connections. The incident sheds light on online scams targeting travelers and the importance of vigilance in such situations.