Avoid This Man in India! Scammer in Haridwar 🇮🇳

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

Hit the LIKE button, not for him, but for KZbin to spread this video further. Thanks... And leave a comment ✊🏻

[@priyanshudewal]

😓😫 i feel very bad because these types of people destroyed people trust

[@rishih374]

@Alexander travelbum the problem with you guys is that you guys are nothing in your country probably bankrupt or you might not be getting to much of respect in your country. That's the reason you need countries like India. Just take a camera and start recording. I myself am from India n I admit that there are lots of scammers here. But its still the problem with all the countries. Scammers are everywhere I am sure they might be present in your country too. Altogether I want to say it has become a trend to recording a scam get views and make money. Stop this and do something nice for yourself. Stop the stupidity and get some good work bro.

[@JohnSnow-wh2te]

I'm so sorry alexander that people here are treating you like that. I'm also an Indian, I'm really ashamed of this. I know how bad you've been hurt, i can see that. I just want to let you know that even the locals are scammed, it's not happening here in india only but every place on earth. It's hard being a traveller, it's hard trusting a human and i just want you to keep the faith. Trust me, you will meet good people. Just don't let anyone bully you.

[@tongzisangtam9565]

You could have file FIR against him as you have an evidence. 😔

[@tongzisangtam9565]

@@rishih374 i don't think he had a intention to do this.

[@foodlover3129]

"the most dangerous scammer is the most patience scammer"

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

True

[@hafiz7581]

It applied to lions as well. That what make it the most dangerous predator.

[@JumpingPlaces]

even horses didnt like him, that cracked me up haha

[@HanumanSitaRam]

So sorry Mr Alexander that he cheated you which costed you Rs 10,000. Tomorrow I am planning to visit Haridwar, if I happen to see him, I will be cautious, yes there are many fraud/ scammers in India. Thankyou for giving this precious information, one thing that you could have done is to report in nearest police station, since you had his photographs/ video.

[@imkomarthesexyindianboy4957]

Did you get scammed?

[@karenhall6631]

This really annoys me because reality is the scammers spread there tentacles further to other countries. I’ve been scammed a few times and I’ve been scammed in Fiji by Indians and in Australia. It’s ridiculous. It’s just hard to make sense of it all - in Hindu there is a belief what you sow, is what you reap yet children are taught so young to scam, it’s in the blood. These videos are so important to teach people. We’ve been scammed in Thailand , Vietnam and Bali too - these KZbin’s really help others.

[@zainarsalan4596]

😂😂😂

[@theadamsfamilyjourney9566]

As soon as he started explaining the place “his first time” I would of walked off

[@neehembrom]

Feel really sorry for you man. But really by the way he looks, he's a 100 percent crook. And he's not a South Indian. His accent is North Indian.

[@vampirethespiderbatgod9740]

@ South Indians are mostly highly educated and they know how to take care of themselves from scammers so yeah

[@vampirethespiderbatgod9740]

@ But there are scammers everywhere. Anywhere in the world

[@Dicedaryn]

He’s probably a Delhi scammer

[@bhavyamoudgil5021]

That’s just so sad to see! People like him are the reason why India gets bad reputation. Due to this phoniness our country is lagging behind! 😔 Hoping someday this problem vanishes from the roots! Stay alert, stay safe.

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

💙

[@thewaywardcyclist3992]

exactly what the scammer said, more or less..

[@MohammedAli-zh8kf]

bhavya moudgil my friend got scammed there by the police 👮‍♀️ and there took $5000 from him or there going to make up some sort spying case on him, since he was from Pakistan and a businessman, he just paid them, but sadly it starts from the airport and till you get back, he punched someone in the train for harassing a girl and the police done that to him.plus it’s not safe for girls tourists.

[@82cardshark]

Be careful, bhavya is now trying to gain your trust to hopefully get close to you and do the same!😂😂😂😂jk

[@djbravo704]

42nd like janemann

[@GRAMMIEDEBI]

Alexander I haven't seen your Channel since your days of traveling around Southern California in a Van. Good for you adventuring around the world! I'm sorry this happened to you. Stay vigilant and you'll stay safe. 💟

[@grahammilne3029]

This very gentleman scammed me for 800R. Same modus operandi. This time he was going to buy some booze for me at the local rate. Gained trust so I gave him the money, etc!

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

Wow. Hate to hear how well it works for him

[@pananonimus7340]

Congratulations ! Trust some strange guy who face tell that his a scammer. Did parrents don't learn you about life ? Maybe i can understand naive 15-18 girls but a man?

[@JumpingPlaces]

This is truly sad, even his big speech about how screwed up people in delhi are with their bad treatment of tourists and he goes and does something like that... Be hard for anyone to realize hes a scammer really. I am surprised he did it even though he knew you had footage of him the entire day wtffff

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

I can’t believe it either. I hope he sees this and is ashamed that his face is being seen all over the Internet

India it is tough. Africa is worse . I vlog in spanish and just uploaded a video on my experience (a $300 scam in Uganda). So, I completely understand where you're coming from Alex. You can't let yourself defeat with those tragic things. The journey must continue. I send you positive energy to complete your trip.

[@ItalianIrishguy]

Why would anyone go to Africa?

[@storyjunkie35]

@@ItalianIrishguy I usually ask the same thing about Italy😂

[@TheRealJerseyJoe]

Thank you for the cautionary tale.... some people really suck. Still, could have been much worse, stuff happens, lesson learned. Thanks for having the guts to post this.... it happens to the best of us !

[@FoodXBert]

I still cant believe that guy got you so good. Unbelievable! I think you should collab with Karl Rock next time your in India and ou guys can catch a lot of these guys.

[@saswatsatapathy700]

You have the entire video, and his face too. Just go to nearest police station and file a complaint against that bastard.

[@NeePscambaiting]

yup, he needs to file FIR

[@abdulqudus425]

Police are useless in India.

[@SuZanCookingChannel]

That's True especially Northern India Police..All are shits and Corrupted.

[@Parnall71]

Unfortunately this kind of things can happen and this people exist. Be strong and, most important, don't feel stupid for what's happened to you. Sometimes thieves are really good at their job.

[@mmem8763]

Finally KZbin recommend me a good video and a lesson to learn.. Your experience with that scammer guy taught thousands of us all a good lesson.. Sorry for ur lost that day.. Thank you

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

Thank you BS 🙏🏻

[@maliequizhu6614]

Luckily you didn’t lost your phone and passport! Take care!

[@bonnysingh1764]

Man I feel so bad for you. I'm ashamed. Never trust anyone in India , I'm Indian and I never trust anyone here. I feel so bad for you man. Sorry for your loss. Glad you're safe.

[@Slicer400]

You also dont trust your family there in india?

[@bonnysingh1764]

@@Slicer400 Brother I was talking about strangers and yeah I heard stories of people when their family members also ditched for money and properties.

[@ibnadam1860]

3:02 he said he is ashamed when Tourists are treated like an ATM machine in India. LOW BLOW 🤛💪

[@babyloveu67]

YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS VIDEO TO INDIA TV STATION TO PUT THIS BANDIT PHOTO SO THE POLICE CAN GET HIM

[@maimun2000]

The police will cheat him in more creative ways

[@Azizz1]

It is pretty common thing in India They don't care

[@babyloveu67]

@@Azizz1 yes the police there is not good

[@ShamayaDevi]

The police there is corrupt.

[@babyloveu67]

@@ShamayaDevi if that happens in america, THEY WILL CATCH HIM AND PUT HIM IN JAIL

[@ashla7323]

Can feel the sadness/anger and dismay in your voice. I got scammed in Istanbul when a couple of boxes of sweets that should have cost me $10 instead cost me $20. Even though that was for much less I get the feeling. This man's accent does not indicate he is a South Indian. One other commentator also notes that he met the same man in Haridwar. So the scammer is a local guy presenting himself as something he is not. Hope this guy gets busted by the cops.

[@Englishman-Abroad]

Thanks for confessing this Alex. It is a horrible feeling. But great you put it out there to warn others. I appreciate it. All the best.

[@rohitkaushik4887]

I am really sorry !! Being an indian is really awesome and if you ever go to india you can stay from these kind of scams and scammers . I feel sorry and really sorry .

[@charlesbadoola535]

Thanks for the honest video, it's very useful for other people to avoid the same mistakes. I think probably too many people feel ashamed and don't want others to know they were the victim of a scam, and so they stay silent. I appreciate those who are open about it and warn others, you've done a good service. Remember that some people get taken for thousands or tens of thousands of dollars, I guess you could look at it as $150 for a lesson that will serve you well for the rest of your life. I think it will be very hard to scam you again.

[@VivekWilfred]

Now his family or friends might see this video, which will give him the name chor in his circle. Note: definitely this guy is from north. I am from south, and i can say that from his slang. South people have a very different slang

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

Thats what I’m hoping for. Chor. He needs to know that people are seeing him for what he is

[@apkafan8004]

@@AlexanderTravelbum ٰIn India scamming a foreigner is taken as Art , people are seen as genius who can scam foreigners therefore for him and his family its a moment of pride not shame

[@pablollovet137]

It's disguting , it happened to me the same too they play the emotional and human side to steal your money that's the worst kind of human...

[@TheSmbrown]

Im sorry this happened to you, too many criminals out there, and unfortunately, tourists make easier targets. He certainly seemed to complain a lot about how terrible scammers are, how he was a victim, etc it's a good indication that he was one himself.

[@azizshalak8483]

exactly

[@rowshankhanam1174]

Never give people money, that is the #1 rule. Also, please go to youtube which ever city you go and click "city name" and "scams". Like "Pushkar scams" or "Varanasi scams" or "Delhi scams", you will see all the scams.

[@ibza0561]

Imagine if he actually came back with two motorbikes and just waited for him to come back (only what if...)

[@hafiz7581]

Lol That's what we called plot twist

[@sirman8774]

Yup he sounded too much like a "tour guide".

[@vishnumanivhannan920]

I could guarantee from his accent he is no where close to the south 😂

[@ಠಿ_ಠಿ-ಝ2ರ]

He is a liar

[@ಠಿ_ಠಿ-ಝ2ರ]

@@toharpyo hucchu sulemagane!

[@deepsandhu3048]

im sorry it happened with you i wish you had genuine guide , lets make him famous

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

🙏🏻

[@xberttraveler2032]

Thanks for making this video. You make a great point that these guys can really scam you because they have alll day to win ur trust. I will be extra careful traveling in India this next year.

[@xberttraveler2032]

@@SuZanCookingChannel that is so true. I really am going to be careful for when I go there next time. I want to expose some Beijing scams on my channel. I met some people at the airport in Beijing that had 1200usd charged on their credit card. I really want to make people more aware of scams like this.

[@SuZanCookingChannel]

@@xberttraveler2032 Ok All the best and Careful out there..

Wow... I met this guys a couple of years ago. He also went around with me and seemed like a nice guy. At some point he was trying to help me buy some souvenirs, but I never gave him any money, after he checked the prices, I'd go inside and buy it myself... He tried to convince me to buy gold or precious stones, but that's not my thing anyway... At some point he was a bit upset and said goodbye. He even bought me a lassi with his own money... I guess he was trying to make me trust him.

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

Wow, can’t believe. I’m sure he makes a full income off of this

[@mubaraking786]

@@AlexanderTravelbum You didn't send this video to Indian police?

[@MoreThai]

when he first open his mouth I already smell the worse kind of SCAMMER !

[@artificial8551]

First, hello from Romania 🇷🇴🇷🇴🇷🇴

[@misternaif]

Indonesia is better place to travel and walk around go to bali, lombok or Jogyakarta

[@Nexussxz]

poor country btw

[@jigsawbsx1804]

It’s just because you are from indonesia and it’s not better it’s trash

[@melonmidi245]

Yes go to indonesia,that cool

[@FazliYusri]

Actually me personally and few friends have been scammed in Indonesia MANY times. I've learnt that suing them until they've lost their business is the best way for them to learn their lesson.

[@melonmidi245]

I know,the haters indonesia is malon

[@worldofmehak]

I'm really sorry you got scammed. India is intense. Are you going to be coming to Gujarat at all?

[@jerrydavid8773]

When there's money involved be vigilant brother,it all can happen around the world good luck and take care 🙏

[@mukulgoswami1749]

Did you give a police complain? These people should be behind the bars..Really feel sorry for whatever happened.

[@piaakasyapa]

You are bravo man..m proud of you. U didn't loose ur patience.this guy will be punished soon surely if anyone grab him.

[@lifegoesonbyrahuljoshiaka-6613]

Sad to see this.. god bless you.❤️

[@mittu123vik]

If he said he's from south India and then moments later he's an expert in things around that area was in itself a red flag to avoid him.

[@highpeaks3598]

Dude, glad I found this video. Please never give money to strangers or beggars in India or elsewhere in the developing world. It will result in bad times. Tourists who give money to these people lose more than money, it is a safety concern. Kindly do not give anyone money.

[@zakariabettani4277]

Ya, I don't get why he gave that much money? It is like giving 4,000 USD to someone in America. Once you factor in the purchase price variance. 10k rupees is a month worth of salary in Haridwar. This guy is clearly a scammer, his story was off, his accent was North Indian. But, even a regular guy will have a hard time resisting that kind of money. Also, please keep small amount of cash, this large amount is not safe. Digital payments are accepted everywhere now, and especially if it is an expensive place.

[@Hyrtsi]

it's so hard suspecting such people because they are so friendly to you first.

[@Globetrotter_Alpha]

This scammer invested his time wisely

[@VivekWilfred]

These guys are brutally destroying India's reputation. The govt. should do something to stop these thieves.

[@XantheBalios]

The ten thousand rupees lesson… It could be worse… An old anglo-indian lady in Puri used to tell me : "(In India) Don't trust anybody! Don't trust anybody" She was right, -rather often. Thank you for this nice video.

[@paulamiroy9466]

Thanks for sharing 🙂🙂it's helpful ❤️❤️

[@kausarkk]

Sorry for what u been through ! Beware of this kind of scammers

[@damien1269]

Whenever a stranger in india praises you,gives you words of wisdom,treats you like his family member showering 2 much overwhelming love and affection then beware that he or she is going to probably scam you. I've been a victim of employment scam lost about 3500 rs to a scam employment agency royal info group services pvt ltd but the worst part i won't be getting my money back which makes me feel bad everytime I think about it. It would be better that you circulate this video or his pictures on social media as much as possible so that someone would catch that bustard and help you get your lost money back

[@nainagarwal3511]

Sorry that happened to you!!!! But i swear.. India has alottt more to offer.. im from Hyderebad, hope you come here too!

[@thejattlord]

Aggarwal is a banya name

[@worldsportsinfo4446]

@@thejattlord gjb jat ke

[@toharpyo]

People of Fake God can't be real

[@Anon-h4f]

Brother sorry to see that this happened with you in India. I apologize on behalf of Indians and want to assure you that we are trying hard to get these asses bought to justice

[@adamdam9839]

He is that kind of person who bites his lips while staring at women.🤣

[@marysibb]

Awwww that sucks. I got robbed by a cab driver in Vietnam. I was pissed. I feel your pain dude. ☮️💕

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

By your cab driver?? How did that happen?

[@marysibb]

Alexander Travelbum I was going to my hotel in a cab, and he stopped about a half a block up from my hotel. It was the last day of my holiday, so I knew how much the ride was supposed to be. His meter must have been rigged, because the total was more than three times the regular rate. I called him on it and he turned around and grabbed all the money I had in my hand and told me to get out of the car. I decided not to fight it out because I was alone and I wasn’t sure if five of his friends were going to come out of the alley and get rough with me. I only had about fifteen Canadian in my hand, but I was so pissed because I felt strangely violated. It put a damper on the whole trip.

[@shivam10b19]

I am from India and I think it is what it is but India is changing and younger will change it

[@uktrailstrekker8851]

I don't how such a person can live with themselves. What an existence. Worst of the worst. At least people who watch this will now be vigilant of this scam. And his face is on YT forever. Imagine if people notice him from this video, his whole life is ruined now. Annoying you had to be cheated out of so much money but you've probably helped everyone who's watched this. Take care and do not let this affect your enjoyment of future travels.

[@tongzisangtam9565]

Sad fr you 😔 Don't trust any one who pretends to be poor in India they might even kill you.

[@fatiyaabdinur8505]

I'm sorry what happened to you I can feel through your voices you look really scared sad and frustrated alot of hugs from UAE 🇦🇪♥️

[@anupamsharma974]

Feeling so ashamed at the moment being an indian. Indian government is running few campaigns to ensure tourists have a positive image of the country. Because of people like him all the campaigns would become a futile exercise. My suggestion would be always be sceptical and do not judge the book by its cover.

[@moneyskills3339]

I feel so sorry for you bro , Be safe ✌️

[@pauloroarty1799]

I am really sorry to hear this story.Ive been to India many times and even now I have to be constantly aware of people like the S... you met on your journey. Thanks for the warning.

[@petergunn735]

Chalk it up as a $150.00 tour guide....

[@subrochat]

in India, if any person scam with you then pls immediate contact with the police station or call police

[@ArunaDalal]

I am feeling so sorry for you, don't know why people do this thing to anyone. I wish you will never meet these kind of people again, and if meet, don't trust easily.

[@Nitishbadoni]

Apologies that you met such kind of guy and been scammed by him Alexander.

[@montu492]

So sorry you had such a horrible experience in Haridwar. As an Indian myself I agree that Indian tourist spots are full of such people.

[@thiwankashan2035]

Indian treat tourist as ATM that's true I never seen this type of scamer. India have best scammers in the world. 😄 Proud to be a Indian 🇮🇳😄😁👍👎

[@nakedshadows]

$150 is okay. Glad it wasn’t more and that you’re okay. I hope his family and neighbors see this video.

[@AJ-vf4vo]

He is not south indian ..

[@joannageorge6628]

I was so worried about your bag & things when you took off your tshirt to take a dip at the river.

[@headcandyentertainment4001]

😘😘😘

[@Vijaykmr11]

Bro use 3 words here " Nahi Chahiye Ji".... Beware from Scammer..They were everywhere... Also God ,Religion , preyer, is a biggest scam Worldwide... .....

[@fairydust-ky4oc]

I have always wanted to visit India but I have seen a few videos like this in the last 24 hours and I have changed my mind about traveling to India. Too dirty and unhygienic plus all the scammers...

[@AngeloBenitto]

And it’s not even about the money ... it’s about you feel bad for trusting people ....

[@mangeshsathe]

That happens with locals as well! It's common.

[@ethang3901]

Bummer man, sorry about the bad experience. I’ve been in Kolkata a bit and I’ve found seeing the invoice before you pass cash is the way to go.

[@akshayherur6963]

Damn. That's very bad. I'm sorry you had to go through that. The sad truth is that these scammers abound, and they scam even Indian (local) tourists, who you'd think would be used to this by now. $150 is a lot of money, even for relatively wealthy tourists. I hope this doesn't turn you away from exploring and touring our country, and by extension, our subcontinent.

[@daveaaron8209]

First rule of thumb: TRUST NO ONE!!!! Second rule of thumb: DONT GO TO INDIA!!!

[@jolfer1334]

What is that white string he is wearing when his shirt is off?

[@hariputter]

That is a sacred thread called janeu. One of the traditional saṃskāras (rites of passage) that marked the acceptance of a student by a guru (teacher or tutor) and an individual's entrance to a school in Hinduism.

[@BedantaDowerah]

So Sorry for your loss..

[@peaceofnature2560]

You seem like a great dude . God bless you. Just liked and subscribed my guy !

[@oldschoolgirl3724]

I am a proud Canadian but of Indian descent. When my husband and I rarely visit India we have been scammed every time in some form or another. We are so wary now, and specially if they know u r a foreigner( albeit Indian descent) we r still fair game for them. Hate going back.

[@Astro-raji]

I dont understand why all foreign travelers leave beautiful south india, kerala land of god , beautiful punjab and go to most shitty cities like varansi and delhi.

[@roshanvincy3251]

He's not a South Indian

[@green4350]

It’s common matter in india ... be aware 👍

[@Catwoman1464]

Its a valuable experience, thanks for sharing

[@reidwithrington8854]

Sorry brother there are so many bad people out there but in a world filled with darkness lets shine some light

[@abhigna_talakeri]

Guys make this scammer famous

[@jesseantony1223]

Be safe alex,Im sorry for ur loss.For 10k u can easily buy a second hand motorcycle here.Please search internet before making any steps.

[@afghanarab]

You seem like a nice guy.. I hope that you don't let this one guy ruin your experience of India and Indian people. Next time you come to India, I will be your guide and show you around India. Please bring lots of money, we are going to need lots of money. :):)

[@TravelWithRD]

Tourist scams are common, but in haridwar also, such things are happening. sorry for this.

[@FINE00o]

why dont you upload more vlogs ??

[@WTF_.]

I feel sorry as an Indian... But if I were in your place, I too could have got scammed. Its very well planned... Love your content... I wish some day scammers got vanished from India then Tourism will get its top notch in India...

[@southsurreybc]

Sorry to hear about the financial loss. A positive way to look at it is to consider it as an hourly tour by a local. $150 / 20 hours is under $8 per hour. Found your channel after I met the guy you sold your old van to in California. Met him in Pismo Beach. Enjoy watching your videos and travels.

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

Haha good way to look at it. Oh that’s awesome, you met Jeff and of course he told you about my channel like he always does when he meets anyone interested in travel. Good guy. Thanks for watching ✊🏻 Appreciate it

[@rahulkumarsharma1132]

This is great Reply 👍, and scammer's are everywhere around the Globe, But I am suring you this globe is full of good people , Stay positive , keep your Journey continue , And keep making this type of videos 🥂🥂🥂🥂

[@kartikdobhal]

I feel so ashamed being an Indian that too from Uttarakhand. Even I have lived in Haridwar for about a year.

[@hope2512]

You all are same, fuck you

[@techtalksandmore9806]

Brother i really feel sad about your money...i wish that this scammer will loss 500$ karma hits back...

[@youngzepic6753]

I have been scammed many time as i trust people just like i trust myself. I understand how you felt after you had bad experienced in India. I only wish that his wife, sons and daughters watch this video just to give them a glimpse that they belong to scammers family.

[@AlexanderTravelbum]

That’s my wish. I just want people who know him to see him for who he is

[@belugay5413]

Y tf would you give a stranger you just met 10,000 rupees bruhhh

[@SuZanCookingChannel]

Good that You share The Video so that People will knows his face..

[@marrex9318]

Ppl should stop going to India, this is bad but even worster things had happen to Tourists in India lately...stay safe!