In a devastating blow to fans, over 40 people in Halton Region lost more than $70,000 collectively in a ticket scam for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour shows in Toronto. According to Halton police, the fraudulent transactions were reported as early as Nov. 14, just before Swift’s six-show residency at Rogers Centre.
The scam involved a single “vendor” who reportedly duped buyers with promises of tickets that never materialized. This incident aligns with a broader ticket scam trend for Swift’s concerts, with previous reports indicating that over 400 fans, primarily in Burlington, Ontario, were also swindled, losing a staggering $300,000 in total. Both cases are under investigation by Halton police’s financial crimes unit.
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre has received similar complaints from 190 individuals, revealing a pattern of compromised social media accounts being used to reach potential victims. Authorities are urging the public to exercise caution when purchasing tickets from third-party sources and to be vigilant about scams.
Taylor Swift performed to enthusiastic, sold-out crowds at Toronto’s Rogers Centre last week, with three more concerts scheduled before her tour heads to Vancouver in early December. Fans eager to attend are encouraged to purchase tickets through official and verified channels to avoid falling victim to scams.
Source: Swifteradio.com
