Those who haven’t secured passes for the fully-booked Taylor Swift gigs in Dublin this weekend have been cautioned about potential ticket scams, particularly for deals appearing too attractive to resist. Swift’s three Eras Tour performances at the Aviva Stadium were snapped up within a matter of minutes last July, leaving many fans in dismay due to their inability to navigate TicketMaster’s virtual ticket lines.
The Bank of Ireland has alerted that tricksters might exploit this opportunity to swindle money from the desperate fans. Fraudsters have been known to misuse hacked social media accounts and online advertisements, potentially extorting hundreds, if not more, euros from unsuspecting victims.
Bank’s Chief Fraud Officer, Nicola Sadlier stressed, as Taylor Swift is set to play in Dublin amid summer festivals, it is crucial for attendees to be vigilant of fraudulent activities. She added that scammers rely on fans’ desperation to see their beloved artist, hoping their emotions might lead them to overlook red flags and gamble on incredible ticket offers. She advised against taking such risky steps and instead suggested purchasing online from trustworthy sources only.
People have been urged to be suspicious of extraordinarily low-priced tickets, any seller who does not allow ticket inspection, or exerts pressure for hurried transactions. Additionally, they have been asked to be cautious of any unsolicited adverts or messages on their social media platforms.
If one suspect they have fallen prey to a scam, they are advised to immediately inform their bank so that appropriate action can be taken, potentially even recovering the funds involved. In a separate context, it has been noted that fraudsters have been trying to exploit the ongoing industrial disagreement at Aer Lingus to dupe people expecting refunds into revealing their confidential financial details.