"US Issues Warning on Dating Apps in Colombia After 8 Suspicious Deaths"

The U.S. State Department has issued a warning to American travelers, advising them not to use dating apps while in Colombia following the "suspicious deaths" of eight U.S. citizens in the country, some of which are believed to be linked to the use of online dating applications. The advisory comes amid an increase in reports of incidents involving dating apps as a lure, with criminals using them to rob, assault, and even kill victims. The embassy has seen a rise in crimes committed against foreign visitors, including a 29% increase in violent deaths, with most victims being U.S. citizens.