First of all, I think it's an example.

consumption is one of the soft powers of the West Lake and an important driving force for the development of Hangzhou. However, with the increasing number of tourists, there have been some chaos in the West Lake Scenic Area. For example, in order to attract customers, some businesses pretend to be genuine; Some merchants cheat on the quality of goods from time to time. In this regard, the relevant departments said that they will strengthen management and crack down on it. Recently, some citizens reported that there are many "consumption assassins" in Hangzhou West Lake Scenic Area. These "consumption assassins" specifically targeted at foreign tourists, and defrauded foreign tourists of money by providing false shopping information, inducement or deception, which seriously damaged the legitimate rights and interests of consumers.

1. So, what are "consumer assassins" and how do they cheat?

The so-called "consumer assassins" refer to those criminals who use various means to lure consumers into being cheated and gain illegal benefits. According to reports, at present, "consumption assassins" mainly appear around scenic spots and traffic arteries. They usually look for the target near the station. Once they find the target, they will take the initiative to chat up and ask if they need help. When the other party agrees, they will quickly provide them with various shopping services, such as recommending shops in scenic spots or guiding consumers to trade at designated places. Once the transaction is completed, they disappear immediately and refuse to return the money they cheated.

second, according to the survey, most of these so-called shopping shops are located in scenic spots, and their prices are generally higher than the market price. In addition, some businesses are still short of weight. Therefore, many tourists will choose to submit to humiliation and be slaughtered.

in recent years, with the rapid development of scenic spots around the country, more and more local residents, even foreigners, have joined the tourism army. But at the same time, due to the lack of necessary safety awareness and preventive ability, many lawless elements have an opportunity.

Regarding this phenomenon, the relevant person in charge of Hangzhou Municipal Market Supervision Administration said that in the next step, the Municipal Market Supervision Administration will further strengthen law enforcement, focusing on cracking down on illegal acts such as counterfeiting and price gouging, and earnestly safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of consumers. At the same time, we will continue to strengthen the supervision of supermarkets, restaurants and other places, and urge business entities to strictly implement their main responsibilities to ensure the stability of the market order.