Scams in Spain

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Pickpocket & Distraction

Phone stolen while someone asked for directions

📍 Barcelona, Spain

🗓️ Scam date: 7 May 2026

📝 Reported: 7 August 2026

I was walking on Las Ramblas when someone stopped me asking for directions and showed me a map. While I was trying to help, another person opened my backpack and took my phone. I noticed it a few minutes later. It definitely looked like they were working together.

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