Keanu,

Sorry to hear about your horrific experience. It seems that you were taken for a ride.  

When things go astray, the best thing to do is walk away.  I am cognizant that it’s your hard-earned money, and nobody appreciates it going down the drain.  Unfortunately, the options are very limited.

From what you described, it is apparent that there was an agency involved.  I would appeal to their sense of fairness, and see what can be done.   If they agree to work out a compromise -- that's fantastic.  If not, it's a lost cause.  

I would strongly suggest not getting into a physical contest or confrontation with your date -- and that includes grabbing her purse. It may backfire -- like her using mace, etc.  All you can do is request for your refund, and conference her agency in as well.

The best thing you can do if post an accurate synopsis of what transpired.  You may also want to contact the webmall and tell them about what transpired.  Certain webmalls have integrity and will not allow scam artists to post again.

For the time being, rest up.  Do your HOMEWORK, and research possible dates extensively.

Just some food for thought .

- kama sutra

If you feel so strongly, and want to gamble ... call the cops

If you feel so strongly about being taken for a ride, I would call the cops. But, DO keep in mind its a gamble.

Now, before you do this be prepared to get a tounge lashing or worse for your involvement by LE.  The scam artist will have her fill too.

This is a TRUE story.  A hobbyist was visiting Chicago.  He was at one of their best hotels.  Feeling lonely, he called a provider for a relaxed evening, and fun.  

The date arrived, and things went astray.  For starters, the agency had sent someone different.  The date then attempted the cash and dash.  On this fee is for the agency.  Now for us to have fun, I need twice that.  

Hobbyist asked to cancel, and a refund sans cancellation fee. He called agency.  Date ran out of hotel room.  Hobbyist called hotel security.  They stopped the date.  He informed them  about why he had called the lady - he was lonely and needed company.  The fee was paid for companionship for the hour and that the date had breached her agreement.

Hotel called LE.  Chicago police were there in a heartbeat.  They took statements.  Found the $$$ the hobbyist had paid.  Returned it to him, and sternly reminded him aboout the state laws.

And I'm not sure I agree that it "was your fault", because it doesn't sound like she was ever in a position of self-defense. She maced you on the way out the door? What is that?

Thank goodness for reviews. Yet, we must at times explore the unreviewed, I believe. Gosh, I'm scared now. Ouch, that must've hurt. Thanks for the efforts. Watch those purses, tho. She could indeed have pulled a gun.

What was the hotel like?