Gadhafi mistakenly discloses whereabouts by checking into Foursquare

Seems social media nearly did what NATO and Libyan rebels have been unable to do: Locate Colonel Gadhafi.

On the lam since rebel forces invaded and destroyed his Tripoli stronghold, the Libyan leader apparently couldn't resist the allure of one his favorite cafes despite the $1.6 million price tag on his head.

How do we know? He checked into Abiya, a local seafood restaurant, on foursquare.

For those of you that haven't heard, Foursquare is the location-based social networking app that lets users "check-in" at venues to earn points and sometimes "badges."

A small band of rebels descended on the establishment minutes after the post, but the Libyan leader was nowhere to be found. It is presumed Gadhafi realized the gaffe and quickly left the scene.

Despite the missed opportunity, one bounty hunter remained optimistic. "Well, he's just two check-ins from gaining Mayor status - mayors get 50% off any entree. He'll be back soon."

Maybe for his last meal.