Atlanta has warned LGBTQ citizens of a serial robber using the app Grindr to target his victims.The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Atlanta police addressed the issue in a news conference on May 5.
Investigators have identified at least eight victims robbed under similar circumstances since February.“From February to May, we have had eight instances where male victims were lured to remote locations by use of the Grindr app,” said Sgt.
Rodney Jones, of APD’s robbery unit. “After the date concludes, the suspect will rob the victim, often taking their wallets, keys or even vehicles.”Related: Norway has a bone to pick with Grindr“The person typically has a handgun,” Jones added.