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'That’s the start of a horror movie': Man meets long-distance Hinge date after …
TikTok user Christian Cooks (@christiancooks99) has gone viral after sharing how he apparently went on a long-distance Hinge date.
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First Date Turns Frightening: Man Recounts Escape from Mysterious Encounter
A recent social media video has brought to light a disturbing first date experience, prompting discussions on personal safety and dating app etiquette. The individual, identified as 'christiancooks' on TikTok, recounted a Friday night encounter with a woman he met on Hinge. Despite an hour-long commute to a pub chosen by his date, the establishment appeared deserted, with only a single car in the parking lot and minimal lighting inside. The situation escalated when the woman, who claimed to be a friend of the owner, insisted on making him a drink from behind the bar, refusing to reveal the ingredients. The man described feeling "extremely uneasy" and "on edge" throughout the encounter, particularly when his date pressed him to consume the mysterious beverage before leaving. Fearing for his safety, he managed to retrieve his car keys and fled the pub into a snowstorm, reportedly hearing his date yell, "You're never going to make it home," as he departed. The incident has sparked a debate online about the potential dangers of meeting strangers from dating apps in isolated locations and the importance of trusting one's instincts. The individual's account serves as a cautionary tale, highlighting the need for vigilance in new social situations.
