RCMP issue warning following robberies connected to dating app, Grindr

DAWSON CREEK — Mounties in Dawson Creek are urging users of a dating app to be cautious when arranging dates.

RCMP say there have been three robberies revolving around the use of the app, Grindr, the latest occurring April 13. The previous occurred in February and March of this year.

In each case, police say the victims met a person online, arranged to meet up with an individual and was then then robbed by the suspect and an accomplice.

“It appears that people are specifically targeted through this popular dating app and police believe there may be more victims of similar robberies,” says Cpl. Graham Hartl. “This is a very targeted specific group and victims may be very reluctant to report.”