Archive · 16 Nov 2025
Korean Tourist Scammed in Old Delhi, Video Goes Viral
A tourist from Korea named Walter was visiting India and had a really scary experience in a place called Old Delhi.
He met an old man who seemed nice and said he would show Walter around.
But the man ended up tricking Walter into paying way too much money for everything, like taxis and rides.
Walter almost lost a lot of money before some good people stepped in and helped him.
Even though this bad thing happened, Walter said he met many more good people in India and still thinks it's a good country.
He was just thankful he didn't get hurt and got his money back.
His story made many people angry about the scam and sad that tourists sometimes have bad experiences.
A Korean digital creator shared a viral video detailing a scam he experienced in Old Delhi.
The tourist was approached by an elderly man who offered to guide him, but later charged inflated prices for transportation.
The scammer initially suggested sharing costs but backed out, leaving the tourist to pay everything.
Local intervention helped the tourist recover his money and secure alternative transportation.
The incident sparked outrage online, with many Indians expressing embarrassment and calling for action to ensure tourist safety.
- Who
- Korean digital creator Walter K
- What
- was scammed by an elderly man in Old Delhi after being promised a guided tour.
- When
- September
- Where
- Old Delhi, India
- Why
- The scammer targeted the tourist by offering a tour and then overcharging for transportation and other expenses.
- Tourist
- Walter K, Korean digital creator
- Location
- Old Delhi, India
- Incident Date
- September
- Scammer
- Elderly man posing as a professor
- Financial Loss (Attempted)
- $100 (approx. Rs 9,000)