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For years, Atlanta's water boys have been making headlines for selling water on the roadside. However, some of them have taken a darker turn, resorting to mobile payment schemes that leave unsuspecting victims out of pocket by hundreds of dollars. Crystal Childs found herself trapped in a $200 scheme, and her viral TikTok video quickly turned the spotlight on this alarming issue. The water boys' strategy involves offering mobile payment as a convenient payment option for those who don't carry cash. With their friendly demeanor and smooth-talking skills, they persuade their targets to shell out exorbitant amounts, like a staggering $400 for a bottle of Gatorade. Unfortunately, there are even more distressing stories involving larger sums that caused individuals to fall behind on rent and other essential bills. The Shade Room investigates…
TSR Investigates explores cold cases and special interest news stories underrepresented in mainstream media.
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