Scamwatch Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Published 24 Jan 2024 Summary People wanting to buy Taylor Swift tickets should be cautious of scammers selling fake tickets through compromised social media accounts. Background Scammers are targeting Taylor Swift fans with fake ticket sales through social media, ahead of her Eras Tour in February. Over 270 people have reported being scammed this way, with NSW and Victoria affected in particular. This scam activity is expected to increase leading up to Swift's Australian concert dates in mid-February. How to spot this scam You receive a social media message or see a post offering Taylor Swift tickets for sale from someone you think you know. They might have a story about why they can’t go to the concert and are selling the tickets 'at cost'. They may try to rush you to buy the tickets and transfer them money, referring to the high demand for tickets. Examples of the scam Read the full article at www.scamwatch.gov.au Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hills Mum Bec Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 I have seen so many posts in my FB groups from people claiming to have Taylor Swift tickets for sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STBG 2 Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 There are people who bought up big on tickets who now realise that it is an expense they can't afford. I know someone with buyer regret who feels so awful spending so much money on what was essentially a whim. There will be some legitimate tickets for re sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amdirel Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 21 minutes ago, Hills Mum Bec said: I have seen so many posts in my FB groups from people claiming to have Taylor Swift tickets for sale. Me too. Thankfully all the comments they get so far are sarcastic and having a laugh, because they know they're scams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozoodle Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 3 hours ago, STBG 2 said: There are people who bought up big on tickets who now realise that it is an expense they can't afford. I know someone with buyer regret who feels so awful spending so much money on what was essentially a whim. There will be some legitimate tickets for re sale. I spent thousands and have zero regrets 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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