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Viral Reddit Account Alleges Hinge Date Left Mid-Meal, Prompting Safety Questions

At least one outlet says it has not verified the post, highlighting ongoing concerns about dating-app safety.

Overview

  • A 30-year-old woman wrote that her first date in six years ended when her Hinge match left the restaurant, initially leaving her with the bill.
  • She said she had recently ended a five-year relationship, joined Hinge, received over 100 likes, and agreed to meet a nearby man who seemed friendly.
  • According to her account, the man ordered multiple drinks and appetizers, pressed her to have another drink after she declined, then excused himself and did not return.
  • Restaurant staff helped separate the check after she showed the man’s name and photo, and the manager let her pay only for her own meal.
  • The Reddit post has garnered more than 27,000 upvotes, drew widespread reactions and safety advice, and Hindustan Times noted the claims are user-generated and unverified.