Yes, my thought too. If it works well, keep going. Is the jet-ski scam still ongoing? I hear it happens with motorbike rentals now, if you are crazy enough to let them hold your passport.
Ever had a taxi driver stop en-route and do that.....not unusual. Spend the next 2-3 minutes looking over my shoulder worrying about an out of control 12 wheeler oncoming!
I didn't make the original sarcastic comment, simply answered your subsequent question that had 3 question marks. I thought you might be seeking an answer.