One Tech Tip: How to avoid Celine Dion ticket scams as she makes her grand concert comeback
Scammers are selling fake tickets to Celine Dion concerts, taking advantage of fans eager to buy admission for her comeback shows.
How it works
Fraudsters post ads and listings online offering tickets to the concerts. They contact fans through email, social media, or fake ticketing websites. Buyers send money for tickets that never arrive, or the tickets are counterfeit.
Red flags to watch for
- Price is much lower than official ticket vendor
- Seller demands payment by wire transfer or gift card
- Listing is on an unofficial resale site or social media
- Seller asks you to pay before they transfer the ticket
- No verifiable seller history or reviews
What to do
Buy tickets only from the official concert venue or authorized ticketing platforms. Check the venue's website for the list of approved sellers. If you find a deal elsewhere, verify the seller's identity and do not pay until you have received the ticket in your account. If you have already sent money to a scammer, contact your payment provider immediately to report fraud.
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Source: Seattle Times . Scam Sentinel summarizes this news report in plain language; it is a decision aid, not a guarantee.