You are admiring the energy that Times Square has and the beautiful vibe that thousands of people are creating in bright New York.

As you are checking out the shops and the immense posters around, a musician hands you a CD. “Hey check out my music, you’ll like it. Take this!” He will even autograph it for you.

As you take it, and step away, he will start yelling. “Hey, hold on, you didn’t pay! It’s $10, don’t run away!”, as three-four other guys will surround you instantly. Many people get scared and pay $10, just to get away.

How to avoid: do not take the CD in the first place. If you do, when you try to give it back and they won’t let you, just put the CD at their feet and walk away.